Matt Alldian

John McCain admitted that economics is not his strong suit and he relies on advisors for economic policy.

via Economist's View.

A new GAO report warns of the US government's unsustainable deficits and a $53 trillion fiscal gap, raising concerns about the nation's financial future.

via Reason.com

The New York Times Magazine published a new feature about online craftsters and Etsy, highlighting the difficulties of succeeding in the face of intense competition on the platform. via kottke.org

The World Bank says China's economy is smaller than previously thought, shrinking its estimated size by 40%.

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This article from *Reason* analyzes the Republican presidential candidates in 2007, including frontrunners and dark horse candidates. via Reason.com

Driven by droughts and export bans, wheat prices have surged past $10 a bushel for the first time, raising concerns about global food inflation and sparking protests in some regions. via BBC NEWS

Four wealthy Bolivian regions, which hold most of the nation's natural gas resources, have declared autonomy in protest of a new constitution that would redistribute wealth.

via Democracy Now!

Jason Kottke shares a link to Reuters Pictures of the Year for 2007. via kottke.org

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A Minneapolis family was terrorized when a SWAT team mistakenly raided their home, leading to gunfire and raising questions about "knock-and-announce" procedures. via Reason.com - Free Minds and Free Markets.

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