The hottest Substack posts of Center for the Study of Partisanship and Ideology

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“Dey Took Err Jerbs”: Immigration and the Lump of Labor Fallacy

24 implied HN points • 23 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Economics Labor Policy Partisanship
  1. The idea that there's only a fixed number of jobs is a myth. More workers, especially immigrants, can actually create new jobs and grow the economy.
  2. High-skilled immigrants contribute significantly to innovation and entrepreneurship. Many big companies in the U.S. were started by immigrants or their children.
  3. Allowing more immigrants into the workforce benefits everyone. It can lead to economic growth and better job opportunities for all, rather than taking jobs away from Americans.

Are We Getting Dumber?

31 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🔬 Science Intelligence Fertility Genetics Psychology Data Analysis
  1. There is a negative correlation between IQ and fertility across the world, suggesting a decline in intelligence over time.
  2. More developed countries show a weaker decline in intelligence compared to less developed nations.
  3. Embryo selection for intelligence could potentially offset the decline in intelligence, especially in wealthier countries.

The Coming Ukrainian Counteroffensive

25 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Russia Military Territory Strategy
  1. Ukraine's counteroffensive is delayed by mud and weather conditions, but they are well-trained and waiting for the right moment.
  2. The conflict in Ukraine is a proxy war between Russia and NATO, impacting military aid and political considerations.
  3. Ukraine's advantage in modern equipment and trained soldiers may lead to strategic gains, potentially targeting areas where Russia is less defended.

Academia as a Status Game

15 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Academia Research Policing Social Sciences
  1. In academia, citations reflect what the industry values and can lead to grants, tenure, and status.
  2. Research on Black Lives Matter often focuses on promoting radical causes rather than saving lives directly.
  3. There is a need for a major reorientation in social science research to prioritize studies that can save lives, especially in law enforcement.
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