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The 'Be Careful What You Wish For' Episode

"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

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Deep state vs headless world

The fantasy of a powerful deep state being valiantly overcome by Trump is unrealistic. Trump lacks significant popular support and faces numerous vulnerabilities. The absence of any effective removal of Trump indicates the deep state is not a meaningful entity. The belief in the deep state is an indulgent fantasy, as the world is better described as headless, with no central authority and individuals aimlessly reacting or holding onto their limited domains, hoping for the best amidst chaos.

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