Horseshoe theory meets cost-benefit analysis. Horseshoe wins.

Statistical Modeling, Causal Inference, and Social Science 2026-01-15

Summary:

Here’s the news: For decades, the Environmental Protection Agency has calculated the health benefits of reducing air pollution, using the cost estimates of avoided asthma attacks and premature deaths to justify clean-air rules. Not anymore. Under President Trump, the E.P.A. … Continue reading

Link:

https://statmodeling.stat.columbia.edu/2026/01/15/horseshoe-theory-meets-cost-benefit-analysis-horseshoe-wins/

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analysis

Authors:

Andrew

Date tagged:

01/15/2026, 14:10

Date published:

01/15/2026, 09:51