Author Archives: Yves Smith

Alaska’s Marine Ecosystem Is Changing ‘Decades Too Early’ Due to Climate Crisis

More sad news for wildlife in Alaska.

The Race to Slash ‘Red Tape’ in Post-Brexit Britain Has Begun. How Can It Be Resisted?

Brexit is being used to accelerate the neoliberal race to the bottom.

3 Energy Sectors Most Threatened by the Coronavirus

The coronavirus has already whacked energy prices. But which products are particularly vulnerable?

Michael Hudson: The Democrats’ Quandary – In a Struggle Between Oligarchy and Democracy, Something Must Give

The Democrats’ civil war over who controls the party may be coming to a head.

CalPERS’ Dishonest Response to Representative Jim Banks Regarding Chief Investment Officer Ben Meng and CalPERS’ Chinese Investments

Rep.Jim Banks pressed CalPERS on dodgy Chnese investments. CalPERS gave Banks a free shot via flagrant lies, but will Banks catch on?

Coronavirus: Panic Starting

The rapid spread of coronavirus in Italy has finally focused Mr. Market’s mind, as well as that of officials in Europe.

Andrew Bacevich: Pseudo-Events as a New Normal

Are pseudo-events the bread and circuses of the Information Age?

Links 2/22/2020

Taxcast: Financial Secrecy Index: Who Are the World’s Worst Offenders?

Taxcast – the Tax Justice Network’s monthly podcast: 30 minutes of unmissable corruption, scandal and analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.

How To Roast the Planet with Good Intentions: The Climate Equity Act

A new bill illustrates how not to tackle climate change.

Links 2/21/2020

Private Equity’s War to Preserve Surprise Billing

Sadly, private equity has beaten back legislation to curb surprise biling.

Coronavirus: Go Forth and Multiply

An ugly take on the coronavirus.