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61. Was Austan Goolsbee’s First Visit to the Oval Office Almost His Last?

People I (Mostly) Admire

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From Academia to Washington

This chapter contrasts academic freedom with the constraints of political life, highlighting the speaker's humorous transition from esteemed economist to an intern in government. It emphasizes the importance of playful data exploration and its ability to yield significant insights into economic understanding and human decision-making.

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