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Jan 14 2008 12:00am EDT

Extra Credit, Monday Edition

If, When, How: A Primer on Fiscal Stimulus: "Policies that are potentially most effective include temporary and refundable tax credits, temporary increases in food stamps, and a temporary extension of unemployment insurance benefits. Policies that are especially counterproductive include permanent reductions in tax rates and making the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts permanent." (See also)

Budget Non-Reporting at the Post: "Massachusetts will not be facing budget problems because it allows the children of illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition, and it is outrageous for the Post to publish an article implying that this is the case."

Libertarians deserve a listen: Kinsley's always worth a read. But: "no one should want to drink unpasteurized milk"? Everyone I know in NYC is desperate for the stuff!

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