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Essays on institutional reform

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Jul 23, 2024ACX

Some Practical Considerations Before Descending Into An Orgy Of Vengeance

Scott Alexander argues against conservatives adopting cancel culture tactics, presenting practical reasons why this approach would be counterproductive and harmful.

30 min read 4,561 words

Mar 9, 2021ACX

The Consequences Of Radical Reform

Scott Alexander examines a study showing that Napoleonic reforms led to better economic outcomes, challenging the idea that evolved systems are always superior to designed ones.

11 min read 1,686 words

economic growth economic history institutional reform