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Massachusetts lawmakers face backlash as the Supreme Judicial Court strikes down a rent control ballot measure, citing technicalities—but the real issue? Rent caps may stifle housing supply, driving costs higher. Meanwhile, a federal ruling could fast-track housing development, while cities reevaluate short-term rentals as part of the affordability crisis. As America nears its 250th anniversary, concerns grow over systemic fragility and misinformation fueling division. Social Security’s future hangs in the balance—some warn of drastic cuts by 2032, but experts say a simple fix like adjusting the payroll tax cap could save the system. And as we reflect on economic history, Alan Greenspan’s legacy is being scrutinized for his role in financialization and widening inequality, with critics linking his libertarian-leaning policies to the 2008 crisis.

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