Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
Article Source: No Mercy/No Malice
12/30/2022
2023 Predictions
Every year we make predictions. The purpose is to inspire a conversation. We also try to hold ourselves accountable. Here are some of our predictions for 2023.
05/20/2022
Opinion: TikTok Boom
I recently vacationed with friends. As we were wrapping lunch one day, my friend said, “Watch this.” His 11-year-old son walked to the couch and lay on his side. With his arm extended in front of him cradling his phone, he … went vacant.
01/07/2022
Unlocks
The periods following crises have been some of the most prosperous in history, often catalyzing bold investments in science, former enemies, and the comity of man. So, with a 2021 cocktail that included a pandemic and an insurrection, I’m expecting Champagne and cocaine for a good decade.
11/22/2021
Why the Cost of Higher Education Has Spiraled Out of Control
The greatest assault on American middle-class prosperity is the relentless, four-decade-long inflation in higher education.
06/18/2021
A Reluctant Optimist
I believe pessimists make better operators. However, recently, I’ve been experiencing an alien sensation. I hate the world/myself/everyone … less.
06/04/2021
What We Leave Behind
While the fires of Covid-19 continue to rage around the world, here in the U.S. we’ve turned a corner. The intensity of an emergency doesn’t register until after it’s over, and many of us are still trying to wrap our heads around the events of the past year. Inevitably, our pause turns to curiosity … what happens next? What will be different, what will be the same?
03/26/2021