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Why Is The Central Valley So Bad?
Scott Alexander investigates the reasons behind the extreme poverty in California's Central Valley, comparing it to Mississippi and analyzing various contributing factors.
23 min read 3,510 words
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Highlights From The Comments On Technological Unemployment
Scott summarizes and responds to comments on his technological unemployment article, covering various debates, critiques, and potential explanations for observed trends.
26 min read 3,940 words
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Don’t Blame Griggs
The post argues against the idea that the Griggs vs. Duke Power Co. case is responsible for credentialism in employment, presenting evidence that the issue is more complex and widespread.
5 min read 764 words
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Non-Dual Awareness
Scott Alexander examines 'dualization' in various fields, comparing its effects to non-dualized professions and exploring its causes and broader implications in society.
16 min read 2,441 words