Bill Ryan
@billr1953.bsky.social
I write essays for the pure fun of doing so. My topics pertain mostly to philosophy, culture, history, politics, and economics. Check out my essay collection free of charge at billryanwritings.com or Substack https://billryan.substack.com
One of the best freaking shows on TV right now!
November 12, 2025 at 2:41 AM
One of the best freaking shows on TV right now!
New York City has a higher life expectancy than the nation as a whole?! (source Paul Krugman)
August 15, 2025 at 11:43 PM
New York City has a higher life expectancy than the nation as a whole?! (source Paul Krugman)
Note the current relative cost of fresh vegetables in US (source Paul Krugman)
August 15, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Note the current relative cost of fresh vegetables in US (source Paul Krugman)
Sources: Centers for Disease Control, KFF, Bureau of Economic Analysis, Institute for Taxation and Economic Policy
From Paul Krugman in response to whether quality of life is better in New York or Florida
From Paul Krugman in response to whether quality of life is better in New York or Florida
June 3, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Sources: Centers for Disease Control, KFF, Bureau of Economic Analysis, Institute for Taxation and Economic Policy
From Paul Krugman in response to whether quality of life is better in New York or Florida
From Paul Krugman in response to whether quality of life is better in New York or Florida
The new Strength In Numbers/Verasight poll released 14 may 2025
May 15, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The new Strength In Numbers/Verasight poll released 14 may 2025
It has been awhile. Time for a listen.
April 29, 2025 at 1:02 AM
It has been awhile. Time for a listen.