~ Today’s Water Cooler: Open Thread ~
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Artificial Intelligence and Jobs: Evidence from Europe
Occupations potentially more exposed to AI-enabled technologies increased their employment share.
Going on a Big Energy Diet: Will the Status of Women Be a Casualty?
Will coming energy crunch roll back women’s gains?
Explaining China’s & India’s Reported Differences Over Expanding BRICS
Quelle surprise! China and India have different economic interests, which means they have diverging visions for BRICS development.
The Latest on Covid, Cognitive Impairment, and Social Cognition (“Theory of Mind”)
A sociopathic elite is one thing, that we’re used to; but a sociopathic elite with brain damage is quite another.
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?
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
~ Today’s Water Cooler ~
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.
Some Thoughts on the Russian End Game in Ukraine
What might Russia do as Ukraine’s military weakens?
