Somehow, writing about this, forgot to mention Trump’s 2020 prediction that electing Biden would lead to a depression

If we’re going to claim that a hurricane-and-strike distorted jobs report is going to swing the election, what about this?

Every time you read that Americans feel bad about the economy, bear in mind that what the surveys really show is that *Republicans* feel bad — or say that they feel bad — about the economy

Gotta protect our precious bodily fluids

Trump, overnight: “If Kamala wins, you are 3 days away from the start of a 1929-style economic depression.” What has happened since the last time he predicted a depression if a Democrat won:

Never mind the prediction markets, which are thin and easily manipulated. Here’s the evidence for shifting vibes

Incredibly, people are still writing stories about how only the elite has benefited from the strong economy. In fact, the biggest gains have gone to low-wage workers

Our plan for today: Instead of sitting at home doomscrolling, we’re going to a museum, so we can doomscroll in front of great art

If this goes the way it seems to be going, a plea: Hold the recriminations. The important thing will be figuring out how to fight the climate of repression, which will begin via preemptive obedience long before the government formally changes hands

Don’t ask whose fault this was. Plenty of time for second-guessing and recriminations. Ask instead, what can you do? For my part, that means telling the truth as I see it, as long as I can. The media will be under a lot of pressure to toe the line; don’t capitulate in advance

Some analytical thoughts about the coming trade war stonecenter.gc.cuny.edu/can-…

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