Yearly Archives: 2023

Links 7/30/2023

Will China Ever Be Able To Kick Coal?

Despite its heavy investment in renewables, China’s reliance on coal remains high due to its perceived reliability and concerns over the potential economic and political instability that could arise from phasing out coal.

NATO Failed in Ukraine Against Russia. Now It’s Targeting China

NATO is trying to extricte itself from Ukraine. But will the US play ball?

Links 7/29/2023

Why the GOP Is Trying to Take Credit for Union Workers’ Infrastructure Victory

The feckless Dems get no respect, even on the rare occasions when they do the right thing, as with a recent infrastructure bill.

2:00PM Water Cooler 7/28/2023

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Central Banks and Income Distribution: Does the Taylor Rule Push Up Rentier Incomes?

An explanation of how a favorite Fed rate setting tool, the Taylor Rule, promotes inequality by shifting income away from workers.

Links 7/28/2023

Some Thoughts on the Russian End Game in Ukraine

What might Russia do as Ukraine’s military weakens?

The Fallout from the Nigel Farage Debanking Scandal Continues to Spread

The share price of Coutts’ parent bank, semi-state owned Natwest, has slumped 8% over the past 10 days, wiping £1 billion off its market cap and generating juicy returns for short-selling hedge funds.

Revealed: Fossil Fuel Giants Are Using British Influencers to go Viral

Some badly-needed naming and shaming of soi-disant influencers who ran undisclosed advertorials for dirty energy companies

2:00PM Water Cooler 7/27/2023

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Alt-Media Is in Shock After the BRICS Bank Confirmed That It Complies with Western Sanctions

Andrew Korybko explains why the BRICS won’t move as quickly on the new reserve currency projects as enthusiasts suggest.

Links 7/27/2023

Hunter Biden Plea Deal Collapse: Dirty, Desperate Dealings in Delaware

Hunter Biden seems to have quite the affinity for hot water. Judge Noreika has sent his irregular plea deal back to the drawing board.