Scott examines how American political discourse absorbs European narratives that don't fit the US context, particularly around immigration and crime statistics.

Scott responds to comments on his Scott Adams obituary, defending his mixed tone while making some updates based on feedback about Adams' podcast reach and influence.

Scott Alexander eulogizes Scott Adams (Dilbert creator), analyzing his life as a tension between being a brilliant humorist and desperately wanting to be seen as more, leading through failed business ventures and self-help philosophies to eventual cancellation and death.

Scott Alexander argues that the 2016 US election outcome shouldn't drastically change our understanding of politics, given how close the race is.

Scott Alexander evaluates the accuracy of his 2015 predictions, finding overall good calibration and considering it a successful year.

Scott argues that affirmations (repeatedly stating goals aloud) might actually work based on evidence that subconscious beliefs affect success and that verbal repetition influences subconscious beliefs, though he acknowledges this needs proper scientific study.