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"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

The 'Be Careful What You Wish For' Episode

Jul 6, 2024
The hosts dive into America's political landscape, assessing the 2024 presidential race and flirting with the idea of Kamala Harris or Michelle Obama as formidable challengers to Trump. They tackle the Supreme Court's Chevron ruling and its implications for regulation. The conversation shifts to the role of political affiliations in the judiciary and civil service, considering initiatives like Project 2025. Lastly, they reflect on social movements and the nuanced complexities of ambition, reforming civil service, and education equity in today's society.
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Quick takeaways

  • High-quality teachers are crucial for providing a quality education, emphasizing the need to pay teachers well and replace ineffective ones.
  • America tends to overlook social class differences while focusing on racial or gender-based initiatives for equity.

Deep dives

Need for High-Quality Teachers in Poor Schools

Having high-quality teachers in poor schools is vital to providing a quality education for students. By paying teachers well and ensuring that ineffective teachers can be easily replaced with better ones, schools can offer students the support they need to succeed.

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