Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias)
by Matthew Yglesias
Politics, policy, and the bigger picture. Slow Boring provides in-depth analysis of current affairs with a focus on 'neoliberal' and pragmatist policy solutions.
About Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias)
Slow Boring is for people who want to understand the 'guts' of policy. Yglesias avoids the superficial outrage of daily news to look at the actual incentives, economic trade-offs, and political strategies behind major laws and trends. It's built for the 'informed and inquisitive.'
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Pragmatism. It offers a unique blend of progressive social goals and market-oriented economic solutions.
Who Should Subscribe?
People who enjoy 'wonky' policy deep-dives and want to see how data can inform better political outcomes.
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A daily (for paid) or several-times-a-week (for free) long-form essay with charts and data.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptional intellectual rigor
- Excellent use of data and economics
- Provides a unique, often missing, perspective on policy
Cons
- Can be very dry and technical (as the name implies)
- Requires a paid subscription for daily content
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it just about boring stuff?
The name is a play on Max Weber's 'politics is a strong and slow boring of hard boards,' meaning it takes the hard work of policy seriously.
How often is Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias) published?
Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias) is published daily.
Who writes Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias)?
Slow Boring (Matthew Yglesias) is written by Matthew Yglesias. Matthew Yglesias is a founding editor of Vox and a prominent political and economic commentator. He is known for his data-driven, often contrarian, and always thorough analysis.
About the Author: Matthew Yglesias
Matthew Yglesias
Matthew Yglesias is a founding editor of Vox and a prominent political and economic commentator. He is known for his data-driven, often contrarian, and always thorough analysis.
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