Thursday assorted links

by Tyler Cowen August 4, 2016 at 12:16 pm

1. Redux of Ben Friedman summary of self on the moral consequences of economic growth. Ben remains underrated, though he is rated highly.

2. Consumption as a percentage of gdp has increased with inequality (ahem).

3. Humpback whales messing with orca hunts. And why Bitcoin will never be one hundred percent reserve banking.

4. Vox on Gary Johnson.

5. English-language version of the Swedish study showing that EU membership is related to higher economic liberty.

6. More on foreign agents operating in the United States. This issue will only pick up steam.

7. Interview with Clint and Scott Eastwood.

8. Einojuhani Rautavaara passes away, Cantus Arcticus is my favorite work of his.