About Data and Politics
Data and Politics provides analysis at the intersection of tech, finance, and politics from a 20-year industry veteran who works in AI/ML. Expect insightful commentary with equal parts expertise, skepticism, and snark.
Data and Politics launched in April 2025 as an independent newsletter at the intersection of data science, tech, finance, and political analysis.
With 20+ years in tech including AI/ML research and experience from Wikipedia's early days to today's cutting-edge models, I bring both technical expertise and critical perspective to complex topics.
What to Expect
- Data-driven analysis of political and market developments
- Tech industry insights from someone who actually works in the field
- San Francisco perspectives with a focus on housing and local politics
- Commentary delivered with equal parts kindness and snark
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