Archive for December 28th, 2009
Counter-Narrative
To counter the possible mis-perception that the pessimistic outlook of my recent posts is a reflection of my consumption of a narrow band of information that only re-affirms my own pre-conceived notions [something of which I am critical] I offer this intriguing Bloomberg piece on speculation that 2010 could see significant economic growth. Time will [...]
Posted: December 28th, 2009 under The Dismal Science.
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Shock Doctrine
It would appear as though Obama’s channeling of Uncle Milty’s now infamous Shock Doctrine is coming to fruition. State budgets may be collapsing nation-wide, but Tennessee’s budget forecasts are simply terrible. With Arne Duncan dangling billions in front of state legislatures, the Obama administration is wrestling concessions from states like Tennessee over charter schools and [...]
Posted: December 28th, 2009 under Education Policy, Geek Stuff, Politics, Public Intellectuals, Schools.
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