In one of the most heated episodes ever, Bob and Tom take apart Krugman’s apologies for not fully appreciating the extent of his “white privilege,” and for the things he says he once appreciated about America that are now disappearing: toleration (no, he’s not criticizing people who shout down speakers), environmental protection, respect for truth and evidence, respect for intellectuals, etc. It’s brutal.

Krugman Column

“On Feeling Thankful but Fearful” (November 23, 2017)

Contra Columns

“Did the Federal Government Give Americans Clean Air?,” by Bob Murphy
“Air Pollution and Alleged Market Failures,” by Bob Murphy

Related Episodes

Ep. 28 Income Mobility Really Does Exist, Paul Krugman
Ep. 19 Enough About Inequality Already; Here’s the Truth

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