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Robert N. Stavins
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A.J. Meyer Professor of Energy & Economic Development, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA USA; University Fellow, Resources for the Future; Research Associate, NBER -- But Just My Opinions .. more

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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 3d
Join HKS’s executive program on Climate Change and Energy, a 6-day, in-depth course which equips leaders to tackle climate challenges and drive solutions. Led by Faculty Chair Professor Robert Stavins, gain insights into climate economics, policy design, and more. Apply by Monday, January 20.

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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 3d
Battleships are obsolete, none have been built since World War II, all have been decommissioned, so Trump is building new “Trump Class” battleships as another tribute to himself.

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December 22, 2025
This afternoon, President Donald J.
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Reposted by Dani Rodrik, Stephen M. Walt

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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 4d
Truly appalling, and the motivation is mainly Trump's personal antipathy toward wind power since he failed to stop a wind project off the coast of one of his golf courses in Scotland! www.nytimes.com/2025/12/22/c...
Trump Halts Five Wind Farms Off the East Coast
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 4d
These optimistic views are welcome www.nytimes.com/2025/12/21/o...
Opinion | The Trump Vibe Shift Is Dead
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 4d
Worth reading top to bottom open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
December 21, 2025
Speaking today at Turning Point USA’s annual “AmericaFest” conference, Vice President J.D.
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 4d
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MAGA’s Manly Manufacturing Misfire
Understanding Trump’s other big failure
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 6d
Worth reading, I hope: “Time Flies When You’re Having Fun” www.robertstavinsblog.org/2025/12/19/t...
“Time Flies When You’re Having Fun” - An Economic View of the Environment
This blog post is quite a departure from my typical ones about climate change economics and policy and/or my latest podcast.  It’s actually stimulated by comments that were offered by my colleague, Jim Stock, at the conclusion of this past Wednesday’s Harvard Seminar in Environmental Economics and Policy.  At the beginning of the seminar, before … Continue reading "“Time Flies When You’re Having Fun”"
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 7d
Illegal, disgusting, sick, and sad -- Kennedy Center Adds Trump’s Name to Facade www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12...
Trump Administration Live Updates: Kennedy Center Adds Trump’s Name to Facade
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 7d
Executive Functions is superb. After benefitting greatly from it for the past 11 months, I've finally become a paid subscriber. www.execfunctions.org?r=2sctu&utm_...
Executive Functions | Jack Goldsmith | Substack
Bob Bauer and Jack Goldsmith, two former senior government lawyers from different political backgrounds and administrations, decode the presidential power issues and controversies of the day. Click to...
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 9d
On Trump’s economy …
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An A+++++ Economy, My A++
Trump made big boasts but he isn’t delivering
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 10d
It’s worth readibg this very brief post from heather cox richardson open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
December 15, 2025
“For the last couple of months, Senator Rumson has suggested that being president of this country was to a certain extent about character.
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Reposted by Dani Rodrik

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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 10d
Is the European hand-wringing misplaced?
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Europe’s Tech Lag: Does It Matter?
Let’s take a wonk break
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 11d
A must-read piece from @pkrugman.bsky.social

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MAGA, the Broligarchs and the Media
This isn’t just about business; it’s about democracy
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Reposted by Paul Lehmann

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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 12d
Wirth reading open.substack.com/pub/paulkrug...
Affordability, Part III
What should a serious policy agenda include?
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 14d
Clearly true
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Donald Trump, Security Threat
The call is coming from inside the White House
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 14d
The new Trump national security report is very disturbing but not surprising. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/11/o...
Opinion | Trump Isn’t Interested in Fighting a New Cold War. He Wants a New Civilizational War.
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 15d
Worth reading, of course … open.substack.com/pub/paulkrug...
Of MAGA and Monetary Policy
On interest rates, the fault lies not in r-star but in ourselves
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 16d
Well said by Paul Krugman …
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Trump Says That You Are the Problem
Everything is perfect. Why aren’t you grateful?
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 17d
Worth Reading & Listening, I hope ... More Insights on COP30 and Prospects for Climate Coalitions www.robertstavinsblog.org/2025/12/09/m...
More Insights on COP30 and Prospects for Climate Coalitions - An Economic View of the Environment
In my previous blog essay (November 28, 2025), I offered my thought on Key Takeaways from COP30 in Belém, and today I’m pleased to provide insights from energy economist Catherine Wolfram, who shared her thoughts on the 30th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) and on the … Continue reading "More Insights on COP30 and Prospects for Climate Coalitions"
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 17d
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America Has Become a Digital Narco-State
Social media giants have bought our government, and are trying to bully Europe
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 18d
As I’ve said before, this is my greatest fear at present…

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Is This The End of the Free World?
Trump wants to MAGAfy Europe, too
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 19d
A terrible record thus far …

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Opinion | The Supreme Court Is Failing at Its Most Important Job
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 19d
Another highly informative "Conversation" from and with @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social , this time with neoconservative historian, Robert Kagan.
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Robert Kagan on Trump’s Foreign Policy and the New World Disorder
YouTube video by Conversations with Bill Kristol
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 21d
Worth reading to the very end, imho ...
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 22d
Worth reading …

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Trump to Disaster Victims: Drop Dead
Sorry, but we don’t help the little people
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 24d
Disgusting…
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Inside Trump’s Push to Make the White House Ballroom as Big as Possible
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 25d
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Make Money Not War: Trump’s Real Plan for Peace in Ukraine
The Kremlin pitched the White House on peace through business. To Europe’s dismay, the president and his envoy are on board.
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 25d
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Since Trump’s Return, Bets on His Brand Have Soured
Stocks and cryptocurrencies tied to the president and his family have tumbled amid a broader rout of riskier assets.
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 25d
A must-read essay by Paul Krugman

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Trump: Pro-crypto or Pro-crime?
Or are they the same thing?
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Robert N. Stavins @robertstavins.bsky.social · 26d
Worth reading, imho
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Getting Ready to Party Like It’s 2008
Trump’s cronies are undermining financial stability
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