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The Fundamental Forces of Supply and Demand

I’ve been waiting for a news story to come along to give me the excuse to post my favorite economics photo of the year. Now that the year is over, I figure I’ll just post it.

This photo illustrates the two most important forces in my life. Read More »



End-of-the-Year Altruists

Yes, today is December 31. So get off this site and go find someplace to exercise your altruism, as impure as it may be. Read More »



How Not to Keep a Resolution

Before you commit to those New Year’s resolutions, you might want to read Jonah Lehrer’s recent article on the limitations of willpower. Read More »



Popcorn Charity

A movie theater in Santa Monica, California, advertises that it will give you a free box of popcorn if you donate $2 to charity.

The usual gimmick at movies is that the profits from sale of popcorn and other refreshments go to some charity. Read More »