The Inequality Myth

The rich get richer while the poor get poorer, right?

Not exactly.

If the economy were a zero-sum game we’d all still be living in caves.

Hugo’s Friends

Gee, which major U.S. political party keeps flocking to the aid of this tin-horn dictator?

That’s a head-scratcher, ain’t it?

Bad Science Journalism

and the Myth of the Oppressed Underdog.

Beware the underdog narrative in science journalism. This narrative severely misrepresents how science really works. It’s designed to elicit our sympathy for a not-yet-established theory, maybe one that is socially attractive, and to arouse our indignation against the staid community of eggheaded scientists. This underdog narrative plays on our emotions, it makes for a good read, and helps us feel good about ourselves when we stand up for our convictions.

Guitar Heroes

Michael Yon has another gripping, must-read dispatch which, among other things, illustrates just how lame the MSM is at reporting on the war. There’s nothing like a guy who has been there, done that, and come back to write about it.

Update:

Yon’s book is due out April 22. Signed copies can be purchased here.

Yet Another Update:

Don’t miss Michael J. Totten’s latest.