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.
01/04/2024
What Could Go Right? 2024: The year of elections
More people will vote this year than any other in history.
12/21/2023
What Could Go Right? Hopescrolling 2023
Something good happened every week of this year.
12/07/2023
What Could Go Right? Homelessness has not spiked
A dive into the numbers
11/30/2023
What Could Go Right? Everybody is asking for their art back
And more often than in the past, actually getting it
11/27/2023
Progress in 5 Minutes: Psychedelics to the rescue
Long-overdue research about, legalization of, and enthusiasm for therapeutic psychedelics are spreading.
11/02/2023
What Could Go Right? 7 pieces of equal-rights progress
Same-sex marriage legislation is advancing in Asia and Eastern Europe.
10/30/2023
Americans deserve a better political system
Ideas for increasing civic pluralism, rebooting institutional independence, and building a better media
10/19/2023
What Could Go Right? Democracy FTW
In a surprise result, anti-democratic forces were defeated in Europe this weekend.
10/12/2023
What Could Go Right? Israel’s 9/11
Resources for understanding the complexities, advice on navigating a challenging media landscape, and a plea for a humane response
09/19/2023
Pennsylvania Will Start Automatic Voter Registration
Nearly half of all states have similar programs that combine getting a driver’s license or state ID card with registering to vote.
09/14/2023
What Could Go Right? As safe as taking a walk
On the miracle of modern aviation, from hijackings to accessibility
09/07/2023