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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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July 17, 2026
Is Netflix Washed Now?
The platform is still enormous and profitable, but it has never looked more mortal.
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July 10, 2026
Online Insanity and Its Counterpoint
What we can and can't achieve with any response to the rise in paranoia and extremism online.
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June 26, 2026
Hopes, Fears, and the Wizards
A window into Washington Wizards fandom during a very big week, after a very long decade.
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June 19, 2026
Aura and the Lack Thereof
Looking back at the Finals where Victor Wembanyama became a villain, the Knicks became legends, and the NBA mattered again.
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