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Re:Bitcoin makes journalists say stupid things by eridius on Friday April 05, 2013 @02:01PM (#5499965)
I think it's safe to assume that Krugman is a lot more trustworthy when talking about something that's actually within his realm of expertise; namely, economics.
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Re:Bitcoin makes journalists say stupid things by cinquemb on Friday April 05, 2013 @02:13PM (#5500042)
economics boil down to human behavior.

what does it say about a person who is dismissive about the way technology can affect/influence human behavior?

what makes him an expert? is it because he panders to what is the status quo (the ever-present monopoly of sorts)? is it because he engages in thoughtful exploration of ideas and notions with a larger community and helps bring about great discussion? is it because he has a degree? is it because he has done something notable for humanity?

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Re:Bitcoin makes journalists say stupid things by waterlesscloud on Friday April 05, 2013 @02:37PM (#5500195)
He was evaluating the internet's impact on economics.
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Re:Bitcoin makes journalists say stupid things by erva on Friday April 05, 2013 @02:12PM (#5500038)
Krugman's "expertise" in economics is akin to an Alchamist's "expertise" in chemistry.
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