Um, Brad... the problem here isn't just the ignorance of WaPo reporter Weisman, it's also the bullshit of economist Mankiw. While he is a Bush admin flunky for a few more days, his day job is as one of your colleagues in academia. Criticize Weisman for not calling him on his bullshit, but make sure to criticize Mankiw for the
bullshit in question.