by Daniel Brouse December 19, 2024 The United States arguably has one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the world, a feat achieved despite having one of the least healthy populations globally. The true challenge in improving health, economic stability, and overall well-being in the U.S. lies in individual lifestyle choices and personal responsibility. […]
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Anthony Fauci: A Case Study in Public-Private Healthcare
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Balancing the Books: How Public-Private Healthcare Models Can Sustain Economic Growth
by Daniel Brouse December 15, 2024 OVERVIEW Why is the U.S. the only developed country without a fully universal healthcare system? First, it’s important to note that the U.S. does provide a mix of public and private universal healthcare through programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act. These programs ensure that millions of […]
The Golden Rule of Sustainability: Applying Game Theory to the Climate Crisis
Hypothesis: Q: Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. Or, what? A: Or, the elimination of all players is possible. PROOF Introduction A proof of The Golden Rule. The Golden Rule can be applied to economics similarly to Nash’s Equilibrium (or Le Chatelier’s Principle in chemistry): “The best responses of all […]
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Tuning Standards, 432Hz, Frequencies, and the Science Behind Soun
By Daniel Brouse The standard tuning frequency for A4 (the A above middle C) is 440 Hz. This is known as concert pitch and is widely used as the reference standard for tuning musical instruments in Western music. History and Adoption: 1939: A4 = 440 Hz was proposed at an international conference in London. 1955: […]
The Hidden Price of Progress: Unraveling the Economic, Environmental, and Human Costs of Climate Change
by Daniel Brouse November 29, 2024 / Black Friday The exact cost of climate change is challenging to calculate due to the sheer complexity of the issue and the myriad variables that are difficult to quantify. However, specific climate-related events provide tangible examples of its economic and societal impacts. Climate Disasters For instance, the 2019 […]
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The Cost of Climate Change: Rising Homeowners Insurance Rates
The average annual homeowners insurance premium for a $300,000 house varies widely by state, driven by factors like natural disaster risks, repair costs, and location-specific risks. For example, in states with frequent hurricanes, like Florida, the average premium is exceptionally high, around $10,996. In contrast, Idaho has a more affordable rate, at around $1,636, while […]
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Economic Outlook 2025 – 2035
During the first Trump administration, tax cuts initially accelerated economic growth but led to increased federal deficit spending, which soon drove up borrowing costs and ultimately slowed the economy. While many attributed the initial supply chain issues and inflationary pressures primarily to the COVID-19 pandemic, the first inflationary event was actually sparked by climate change—the […]
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COVID-19 Update
by Daniel Brouse November 4, 2024 COVID-19 has a lasting impact on the immune system, with studies showing that the virus can disrupt immune responses even after the initial infection. Unlike what occurs with many viral infections, natural immunity from COVID-19 doesn’t fully prevent reinfection or immune system suppression. Instead, research suggests that COVID-19 can […]
Climate Update: Trees and the Carbon Cycle
by Daniel Brouse October 29, 2024 I’ve been seeing many well-meaning but misinformed memes about trees and carbon. Last year, for the first time in modern history, trees did not reduce atmospheric carbon levels, and the soil carbon sink has entered a positive feedback loop, reversing the natural carbon cycle. This doesn’t mean we shouldn’t […]
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Climate Change Update: Drought Conditions and Atmospheric Rivers in Philadelphia
By Daniel Brouse October 27, 2024 The Philadelphia area is currently experiencing a severe drought, which is exacerbating the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather events. Recently, the area has also seen a significant increase in the intensity and frequency of severe rainstorms. This pattern of extended drought followed by intense rainfall events can be particularly […]
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