The Pour Over César Chávez’s Abuse Allegations, Energy Prices Rising, March Madness Updates, & More | 03.20.2026
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Mar 20, 2026 Discussion of abuse allegations tied to a major civil rights leader. Rising oil and LNG prices as the Iran-Israel tensions strain energy budgets. Recap of March Madness surprises and a notable upset. WNBA wins a new collective bargaining pay increase. Reflections on social media, world happiness rankings, and recent policy and safety changes in government and aviation.
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Iran Conflict Is Pushing Energy Prices And U.S. Costs
- Escalating strikes between Israel and Iran have driven up crude oil and LNG prices and pressured U.S. energy policy.
- Washington considers releasing reserves and easing sanctions while the Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional war funding.
Geopolitics Now Shapes Fed Decisions
- The Iran war's uncertainty is explicitly affecting U.S. monetary policy and economic forecasts.
- The Fed held rates steady citing higher-than-expected inflation, a softening labor market, and Iran-related uncertainty, with one cut projected later this year.
High Point Upsets Wisconsin And WNBA Strike Ends
- March Madness opened with 16 men's first-round games and a notable upset: 12-seed High Point beat 5-seed Wisconsin 83-82.
- WNBA players reached a verbal deal after 17 months: team cap $7M, average salary $600K, minimum $300K, season on track May 8.