Scott Alexander critiques the autism rights movement's opposition to curing autism, arguing that severe cases cause immense suffering that justifies continued research into cures. Longer summary

Scott Alexander discusses the autism rights movement and their opposition to curing autism. While supporting most of their work, he disagrees with the stance against cures. He argues that severe autism causes immense suffering that cannot be alleviated solely through better treatment, and that research into cures should continue. He acknowledges the benefits autism can bring, but believes the costs outweigh them for many individuals. The post examines outcomes for autistic adults, issues with institutionalization, and ethical considerations around curing or preventing autism. Shorter summary

A collection of interesting links covering history, science, economics, and culture, with Scott's commentary and observations on each topic. Longer summary

This is a links post featuring various interesting news stories, studies, and websites. The topics range from historical oddities (like King Strang's Michigan island kingdom and the Candid Camera hijacking incident), to scientific studies (about morning sickness and IQ, gene therapy), to economic analysis (about disposable income and healthcare costs), and cultural observations. Scott includes personal commentary and humor throughout, making connections between different topics and offering his perspective on various issues. Shorter summary

Scott shares his monthly collection of interesting links spanning science, technology, history, and culture, with commentary on each story's significance or peculiarity. Longer summary

A collection of interesting links from February 2013, covering various topics from scientific discoveries to cultural oddities. The post includes stories about DNA data storage, unusual medical cases, economic statistics, technological advances in AI, historical curiosities like Irish slaves and green children, and various social and political observations. Scott presents these with his characteristic mix of intellectual curiosity and witty commentary, often noting when claims appear exaggerated or deserve skepticism. Shorter summary