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If Walls Could Vote, Democracy Would Still Win
For modern society, democracy has been a penetrable wall of motion. It is a direct and constant investment in distant futures we will never see, but ones we know for…
Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence: Between Iron Man and Terminator
By balancing innovation with caution, and pursuing technological development that serves humanity as a whole, we can aspire to create a future where AI acts as a force for good,…
It’s Not About You Anymore
After reflecting on my own leadership journey, I have come to understand that the measure of my influence is measured in the success and well-being of those I lead, not…
The American Civil War: Was It Really About Slavery?
Slavery may have been the catalyst that sparked the flame, but the real issue of the American Civil War was about states’ rights and the powers of the Federal Government. …
Public Administration and the Constitutional Oath of Office
The constitutional oath of office of public officials, therefore, is not an outworn relic of the past...It is an important symbol of the public trust in government and a promise…
What Power Does a Council Member Actually Have?
True power comes from understanding and embracing one’s role. To put it another way, if you want to be a policymaker, run for office. If you want to be in…
Public Sector Banking Relationships
Healthy and robust public sector banking relationships are essential for municipalities to thrive and serve their constituency and community, while safeguarding public funds entrusted to their care and stewardship.…
Disaster Blame Game: 2023 Maui Wildfires’ Coordination Failures and Initial Findings
While this work is only reflective of the initial accounts that were published in news media, the authors are working on a more comprehensive analysis of the disaster to better…
What Does It Mean to Be an American?: On Immigration
There are economic, cultural and political reasons, but when one goes through the process and is handed their papers, who are they now—as an American? What does it truly mean…
Technical Colleges at the Heart of Community Development: A Strategic Approach
By harnessing technical colleges’ potential in concert with municipal efforts, we can create a more inclusive, efficient pathway from education to employment, especially for those who have traditionally been marginalized…
Mitigating the Rising Cost of Higher Education
As debates over the cost of higher education and policies to mitigate it continue, polls such as these can help provide policymakers with the information they need to make decisions…
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