ACX
Open Letter To The NIH
Scott shares an open letter urging the NIH to spend $5 billion in allocated but unspent research funds before the fiscal year deadline.
6 min read 815 words
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Money Saved By Canceling Programs Does Not Immediately Flow To The Best Possible Alternative
Scott argues that debates about prioritizing Americans over foreigners in the PEPFAR controversy miss the point, as cancelled foreign aid money wouldn't automatically fund effective domestic programs but would instead be spent much less efficiently.
13 min read 1,995 words
ACX
Preliminary Milei Report Card
Scott analyzes Javier Milei's presidency in Argentina, noting mixed results in economic indicators and policies, with some successes in budget cuts and inflation reduction, but increased poverty rates.
18 min read 2,669 words
SSC
Against Against Billionaire Philanthropy
Scott Alexander argues against criticism of billionaire philanthropy, citing its efficiency, positive impact, and ability to support important causes that governments often neglect.
43 min read 6,551 words
SSC
Tax Bill 3: Don’t Mess With Taxes
Scott Alexander responds to criticisms of his tax bill posts, maintains that wealth distribution is more important than growth, and argues the bill likely won't benefit the poor as much as current spending.
11 min read 1,659 words
SSC
Yellow Journalism In The War On Science
Scott Alexander criticizes misleading media coverage of 'The High Quality Research Act', clarifying its actual content and arguing for a more nuanced debate on NSF funding priorities.
11 min read 1,638 words