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Alan
@alangisaac.bsky.social
Economist and sci-fi fan.
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Aalangisaac.bsky.social

Being all too willing to take offense is a serious personal problem. Get over it. On average old people vote and higher rates than young people, so it is uncontroversial that the outcome will hinge on the turn out of the young -- who, btw, need to save themselves not me. Read more. Post less.

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Aalangisaac.bsky.social

It is up to the young to save the US from the hate mongers. If they turn out in force, all will be well.

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Aalangisaac.bsky.social

Assume a good but not top tier university & a high quality Econ MA training. For an intro course, people of similar teaching aptitude (or commitment) will transmit comparable amounts of understanding. For example, ABDs often teach intro courses. For upper level courses, PhD level training matters.

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PMpmaier1971.bsky.social

At the end of this week, the GDPNow forecast from the Altanta Fed for Q3 2024 stands at at 3.22%. GDPNow is a nowcasting model for GDP growth projecting 13 GDP subcomponents with monthly source data, a factor model and a BVAR. #econsky

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seanbrodrick.bsky.social

Auto insurance rates in the US are up 52% since 2022. That's the biggest 3-year spike since 1975-78. via Charlie Bilello #EconSky

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PMpmaier1971.bsky.social

According to the Federal Reserve Cleveland, inflation expectations over a 1-year horizon are 2.26% y/y, above the Fed's target of 2%. Looking out further, longer-term expectations move closer to 2%. #econsky

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Aalangisaac.bsky.social

1. The Senate literally passed legislation to block student debt relief with only 2 (pseudo) Dems in support. 2. You do not understand the CHIPS Act. At all. You just want to complain. 3. Read more. Post less.

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Alan
@alangisaac.bsky.social
Economist and sci-fi fan.
47 followers86 following222 posts