Connecting the Dots Archive, March 2018

Twisted Reality and Fake CEOs
  • March 27, 2018

Twisted Reality and Fake CEOs

“Fake news” has become a buzzword, especially connected to social media. Which becomes even more worrisome in light of the recent scandal about Facebook’s shady data-sharing and advertising practices.

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Idea Meritocracy, Expert Blindness, and the Fed
  • March 20, 2018

Idea Meritocracy, Expert Blindness, and the Fed

When you have a major problem, you consult an expert—at least, that’s the idea. But in recent years, we’ve learned the hard way that so-called “experts” don’t always know what they’re talking about.

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The Full Employment Mirage
  • March 6, 2018

The Full Employment Mirage

Judging by the official 4.1% unemployment rate, US workers appear to be doing pretty well. Unlike a few years ago, almost everyone who wants a job has one. That’s an improvement.

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