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A 2008 article from *The Economist* argues against then-Democratic presidential candidates' suggestions to end NAFTA. via The Economist

Teen suicide rates are lower than adult rates and have been declining since the late 1980s, while rates plateau between ages 20-65 and rise again for those 65 and older. via Marginal REVOLUTION.

A recent study found that Daylight Saving Time may actually increase residential electricity use, despite aiming to decrease it. via Marginal Revolution

Justice Clarence Thomas hasn't asked a single question during Supreme Court arguments in over two years.

Michael Kinsley argues that the surge in Iraq is not a success and that the media is underreporting its failure.

via Reason.com

A study explored personality differences between liberal and conservative teenagers, finding liberals were more stressed when lacking control over social interactions and enjoyed solitude less than conservatives. via Marginal Revolution

A 2008 blog post from scatterplot discusses Ralph Nader's 2000 presidential run and the author's experience with his supporters in Madison, Wisconsin. via scatterplot

Author Steven Johnson discusses buying an HD DVD player right before the format died and what he hopes might happen with Blu-ray. via kottke.org

Some cultures developed whistling languages to communicate across long distances in challenging terrain. via kottke.org

In this article from 2008, Steve Chapman argues that the "imperial presidency" is likely here to stay despite campaign promises from Obama, Clinton, and McCain to reign in presidential power. via Reason.com

This "Politics this week" article from the February 23rd, 2008 edition of The Economist features content from the print edition, as well as links to other articles from the same week.

via The Economist

A Reddit post from 2008 shares then-President Bush's explanation for not sending troops to Darfur. via Reddit