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October 16, 2026
A Wizards Public Service Announcement and 18 More NBA Takes
Optimism in D.C. for the first time in a decade, plus predictions, a giant wild card, and Bet Your Mortgage Locks.
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October 9, 2026
Friends Without Benefits
The Trump methods are often maddening, but his administration’s strategy on China continues to be quietly effective.
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October 2, 2026
Super Intelligence Is Not Right, Either
A note on branding and our collective understanding.
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September 25, 2026
Too Many Stadiums with Roofs
On the new Commanders stadium and a modern epidemic.
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September 18, 2026
Some of All Fears
AI anxiety is rational, but the past 10 days of conversation has been absurd and irresponsible.
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September 4, 2026
The War and Reasonable Doubt
Checking in with the Iran War after six months of widespread criticism and recent signs of American success.
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August 28, 2026
Halt and Catch Ire
On data center madness, and why I'd bet the under on the durability of the backlash.
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August 21, 2026
So What Was Trump Saying to South Korea on Sunday?
A snapshot of Trump foreign policy and the take economy it inspires.
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August 14, 2026
New York and the Power of the Network
New York City exemplifies the power of network effects, while modern Hollywood is a reminder that they do have limits.
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July 24, 2026
Two More Cents on the NBA’s Second Apron Era
The problem with the second apron is that it's working. Plus: July reading recs!
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