That is fantastic news, congrats everyone involved!

Despite concerns over data, I still need to be convinced the core ideas of these papers are wrong.

Colonial Origins, Atlantic Traders, and Reversal of Fortunes. These studies are important not because they’re flawless, but because they conveyed novel insights and convinced economists that history matters. That’s what great research does, even if it’s later challenged.

Not a fan of the Royal Sonesta?

Thanks a lot for the intro @stephanmaurer.bsky.social !