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Actually, this claim is not supported by the numbers. Our labor productivity (edit: growth) is actually decreasing [1]. But obviously I agree we need to prioritize science funding, whereas IT is a very small part of what's necessary to be productive.
The title is also incredibly cringe-worthy.
[1] The POTUS. http://www.economist.com/news/briefing/21708216-americas-pre...
> Today, we are far more productive because of the IT revolution. Actually, this claim is not supported by the numbers. Our labor productivity (edit: growth) is actually decreasing [1]. But obviously I agree we need to prioritize science funding, whereas IT is a very small part of what's necessary to be productive. The title is also incredibly cringe-worthy. [1] The POTUS. http://www.economist.com/news/briefing/21708…
See the "Max" timeline view here to see US productivity over time: http://www.tradingeconomics.com/united-states/productivity
> Today, we are far more productive because of the IT revolution. Actually, this claim is not supported by the numbers. Our labor productivity (edit: growth) is actually decreasing [1]. But obviously I agree we need to prioritize science funding, whereas IT is a very small part of what's necessary to be productive. The title is also incredibly cringe-worthy. [1] The POTUS. http://www.economist.com/news/briefing/21708…
US productivity growth has been slowing, though productivity itself is still more or less increasing and has roughly doubled from 1989. That's remarkable given the scale of the US economy. See the "Max" timeline view here to see US productivity over time: http://www.tradingeconomics.com/united-states/productivity
Linux Fanboy here saying Bill Gates would make an awesome president.
True. At the same time, I believe he can do more good for the world as a private individual than as the President of the USA
He's certainly someone i'd say can handle both depth and breadth very well. I'd agree with you, generally, but i'm not super enthusiastic about any of my options this year.
disclaimer Not interested on being sold on a candidate. I've made up my mind.
Linux Fanboy here saying Bill Gates would make an awesome president.
Don't governments already do this by giving universities large research grants? http://research.fas.harvard.edu/funding-sources#federal We could triple the grants, but that money has to come from somewhere and every corner of society has a vocal group of voters who want that money. If the future US federal leader makes it a priority to cure the HIV epidemic in foreign countries while taking away cancer research fundi…