AI's Polymath Power Drives Cross‑Disciplinary Breakthroughs
AI's "polymath" status is probably its greatest strength in yielding real research breakthroughs, at least for now. It might come up with novel concepts, but where it can really shine is in locating relevant insights in one field and applying them in an unrelated field.
California Wealth Tax Threatens Local Philanthropic Giving
Philanthropists overwhelmingly give in their own states. By driving out billionaires, a California wealth tax threatens in-state charitable giving, especially since retained charitable ties could complicate residency determinations for those who depart. https://t.co/fL8uV8M8Zg
CA Wealth Tax May Target Founders' Voting Power
The California wealth tax could be levied on founders' voting interests in their companies, which often far exceed their economic stakes. The initiative's drafters say that won't happen. Here's why it might: https://t.co/i71izDeHPS
NYT Transcribers Still Botch Theological Interview Transcripts
The @nytimes transcribers aren't getting any better at the theological content in @DouthatNYT interviews: https://t.co/mTmr1LaYSt
Revenue Triggers Fail without Careful Design
States increasingly turn to revenue triggers to phase in tax cuts subject to revenue availability. Triggers have real benefits, but only if they're well-designed. My latest, on when triggers aren't triggers (and why they should be): https://t.co/TjngDmX4ln