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Weekend Reading | Saturday, July 4, 2026

US at 250 – Why has the US been so successful and can it continue?

The US is 250. Interesting to read how and why we have been so successful.

Half of America Cannot Afford to Live, and Other Wrong Numbers

Headline averages hide truths. The reality is both not as bad and worse than we are told.

12 Breathtaking Natural Wonders in the U.S. You Need to See in Your Lifetime

I’ve surprisingly only been to 4 of these 12. Time to make some travel plans.

Elon Musk and The Rise of Cult Capitalism

The only way betting on a Musk company is rational is if it is a bet on political access and regulatory protection (i.e. Crony Capitalism).

How to Save Capitalism

Introducing “Market humanism.”

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Always reading, always learning, Jonathan hand-selects these articles for readers each week. To view Jonathan’s curated articles from previous weeks, CLICK HERE.

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