Governance
Local democracy is holding strong, but rural communities are falling behind, new survey of Michigan officials shows
Local democracy is holding strong, but rural communities are falling behind, new survey of Michigan officials shows Michigan local officials report strong democracy, but rural communities are falling behind, with only 79% of rural communities reporting relatively good democratic health compared to 92% of urban communities. Rural communities in Michigan are experiencing declining public engagement, […]
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Parents call for New York governor to sign landmark AI safety bill
Parents call for New York governor to sign landmark AI safety bill A group of over 150 parents has sent a letter to New York governor Kathy Hochul urging her to sign the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act without changes. The RAISE Act, which passed in June, requires large AI model developers like […]
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Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward
Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward Colorado has delayed the enactment of its comprehensive AI legislation to June 2026, citing pressure from the tech industry and concerns over implementation costs. The state’s AI Act was the first of its kind in the US, aiming to govern […]
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Making progress is more than making policy – what Mamdani can learn from de Blasio about the politics of urban progress
Making progress is more than making policy – what Mamdani can learn from de Blasio about the politics of urban progress Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City Mayor-elect has raised questions about the feasibility of his progressive policies, but a comparison to former Mayor Bill de Blasio reveals a paradox. Mamdani’s platform includes universal […]
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Debates over presidential power to suspend habeas corpus resurface in Trump administration
Debates over presidential power to suspend habeas corpus resurface in Trump administration The Trump administration has raised the issue of suspending habeas corpus, a constitutional right that protects individuals from arbitrary detention, sparking debates over presidential power and executive overreach. The privilege of habeas corpus was first suspended during the Civil War by President Abraham […]
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Governors are leading the fight against climate change and deforestation around the world, filling a void left by presidents
Governors are leading the fight against climate change and deforestation around the world, filling a void left by presidents Governors from around the world are taking the lead in fighting climate change and deforestation, filling a void left by national governments. The real progress on reducing greenhouse gases and preparing for worsening climate disasters is […]
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From Doing Business to B-READY: World Bank’s new rankings represent a rebrand, not a revamp
From Doing Business to B-READY: World Bank’s new rankings represent a rebrand, not a revamp The World Bank has launched its new flagship report, B-READY, which aims to evaluate business environments through more transparent data and measures social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and public service delivery. B-READY differs from its predecessor, Doing Business, in that it […]
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Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency
Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency Jared Isaacman, billionaire CEO and founder of Shift4, has been nominated by the Trump administration to become the next NASA administrator, marking a significant shift in leadership for the agency. Isaacman’s background in business and commercial […]
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What ancient animal fables from India teach about political wisdom
What ancient animal fables from India teach about political wisdom The “Pañcatantra” offers three political theories for leaders: (1) Do what is right, with the right measure, at the right time, which emphasizes virtue ethics and self-restraint. The first theory, pure morality, can be unwise as it may lead to blind obedience or a lack […]
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