We’re #1 May 9, 2023May 8, 2023 We have our economic problems and challenges, but according to the Economist last month (The lessons from America’s astonishing economic record): The world’s biggest economy is leaving its peers ever further in the dust → We’re #1. Albeit also, in inequality and mass shootings. And nowhere near #1 in other things that matter, like life expectancy and happiness. But still worth noting. As to infrastructure, where we’ve lagged badly behind, thank Joe Biden and the Democratic Congress for finally committing to the massive investment that’s decades overdue. It was so needed, even a few Republicans signed on! (To the annoyance of the indicted, twice impeached former president, who hoped it would fail.) BONUS The 10 Best Books on Investing for 2023 Or so someone thinks.