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A Story of Simple Corruption

A Story of Simple Corruption

In which Elon Musk buying the government turns out to have been his cheapest option.

May 12, 2026

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3 min read

What Sort of AI Bubble Are We In?

What Sort of AI Bubble Are We In?

Think broadband. Or, potentially, the 2008 housing market.

May 4, 2026

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6 min read

Some 2026 Predictions

Some 2026 Predictions

I think we've made it past rock bottom?

Dec 21, 2025

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6 min read

On Institutional Legitimacy and Phantom Limbs

On Institutional Legitimacy and Phantom Limbs

The Supreme Court is filled with partisan operatives. It will not repair itself.

May 1, 2026

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4 min read

Palantir's CEO is like a James Bond villain. (Except Bond villains are better dressed.)

Palantir's CEO is like a James Bond villain. (Except Bond villains are better dressed.)

New writing at Tech Policy Press on the latest Palantir manifesto

Apr 21, 2026

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2 min read

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A Story of Simple Corruption

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"AI Populism" is a term that obscures more than it reveals.

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"AI Populism" is a term that obscures more than it reveals.

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