what glenn saw on the internets
Where the Tax Breaks Went
“ As a matter of economic logic, President Obama’s goal of universal health insurance cannot help but undermine former President Reagan’s goal of lower marginal tax rates. Future generations of Americans may find health insurance more affordable, but they will also find hard work less financially rewarding.
Economic View - How Health Plan Turns Supply-Side Ideas Upside Down - NYTimes.com
“ With the economy so lousy, retailers didn’t buy much this year (and don’t we all know it). By many accounts, they bought 30% to 40% less inventory over last year. There will be more money chasing product (even in this lousy economy) meaning holiday discounts aren’t as likely as last year’s experience would indicate.
Fashion Incubator » Blog Archive » PSA: Holiday Shopping 2009
“ The movie is a more effective testament to the triumphs of American dentistry than to Earhart or aviation
Movie Review - Amelia - An Adventurer Takes Flight, Blinding Smile and All - NYTimes.com
NBA Video Rule Book
Love it! As a Kings fan, I would love to see an analysis of the 2002 Western Conference Finals here.
“ City diesel buses and electric trolley buses are both mildly worse than the car in energy efficiency. Light rail systems are also slightly worse, on average, though it varies a lot from city to city. Commuter rail and subway (heavy rail) trains tend to be a bit better, but not a lot better.
Overcoming Bias : Is Mass Transit Green?
“ In 1790, what were the three most populous cities in North America (defined to include what is north of Guatemala)?
Marginal Revolution: Test your knowledge of history
Anatomy of a Burger - Graphic - NYTimes.com
Ugh. Gross.
