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Highlights From The Comments On Billionaire Replaceability

Scott Alexander summarizes and responds to reader comments on his article about billionaire wealth, addressing various economic and ethical perspectives.

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Sep 22, 2022 6,220 words 68 likes 539 comments Listen · 42 min Read Read
cooperation (10) competition (5) monopolies (4) group selection (3) tariffs (2) evolutionary theory (2)

Studies On Slack

Scott Alexander examines the role of slack in evolutionary systems, arguing that a balance between competition and cooperation often leads to optimal outcomes in various domains.

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May 12, 2020 7,597 words 0 likes 315 comments Listen · 48 min Read Read
pharmaceutical industry (25) FDA regulation (10) generic drugs (5) monopolies (4) drug shortages (2)

Buspirone Shortage In Healthcaristan SSR

Scott Alexander analyzes how FDA regulations contribute to drug shortages and high prices, using buspirone and insulin as examples.

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Apr 30, 2019 2,878 words 0 likes 486 comments Listen · 21 min Read Read
book review (221) innovation (9) contrarianism (8) economic theory (8) entrepreneurship (7) Peter Thiel (5) monopolies (4) optimism (3)

Book Review: Zero To One

Scott Alexander reviews 'Zero To One' by Peter Thiel, discussing its advice on creating monopolies, believing in secrets, and embracing definite optimism for successful startups.

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Jan 31, 2019 5,908 words 0 likes 341 comments Listen · 43 min Read Read
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