Navigating Public Policy, Technology, Health, Data, and Innovation for a Fairer Future
As we step into 2025, the tech landscape continues to evolve rapidly. This year, I’ve been exploring new tools and technologies to streamline my workflow and boost productivity. Here’s a breakdown of new elements to my 2025 tech stack: AI and Machine Learning Development and Collaboration Infrastructure and Networking I’m eager to see how these Read More “Additions to my stack…”
The road to COP 29 is paved with both hope and urgency. As the world converges in Azerbaijan to continue the fight against climate change, the stakes have never been higher. From the warnings of leading scientists to the impassioned demands of the younger generation, the messages have been consistent: climate action is no longer Read More “COP 29: Turning Rhetoric into Reality”
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office, one of his prominent campaign pledges—the elimination of the U.S. Department of Education—has garnered significant attention. This proposal raises critical questions about its feasibility, potential impact on the nation’s educational framework, and the broader implications for federal involvement in education. Historical Context and Political Feasibility The Department Read More “Assessing Trump’s Prospects for Dismantling the Department of Education”
What does it take to be an “influencer”? Not the kind that flood our screens with aspirational brunches and curated skincare routines, but the kind easily overlooked, the true change-makers. These aren’t people who crave the spotlight or want followers; they’re people with a purpose so fierce that it shines through, whether anyone’s watching or Read More “3 People You Need to Know: Diane Nash, James Balog, and Waris Dirie”
Voting day isn’t just a day; it’s a vital exercise in democracy. Your vote is your voice, a powerful tool to shape the future of our country. But as simple as the act of voting should be, getting it right requires a little preparation. If you’re willing to spend a few minutes getting ready, you Read More “Ready to Vote? Your Ultimate Guide to Election Day Prep”
It’s easy for impactful achievements to be overshadowed by the noise of immediate concerns and skepticism. Yet, the Biden administration’s four cornerstone bills—the American Rescue Plan, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)—have laid the groundwork for long-term transformative change across the nation. These laws touch on every aspect Read More “Promises in Progress: Why Biden’s Major Bills Aren’t Resonating—Yet”
In the fall of 2011, a group of disenchanted citizens gathered in Zuccotti Park in New York City, setting in motion what would become one of the most emblematic protest movements of the modern era: Occupy Wall Street (OWS). With a rallying cry of “We are the 99%,” Occupy brought wealth inequality and corporate power Read More “How Occupy Wall Street Changed Activism”
The pharmaceutical industry in the United States holds a unique and controversial position when it comes to drug pricing. Unlike other developed nations, the U.S. allows drug companies to set their own prices with little to no regulation. This unregulated environment has led to skyrocketing drug prices, which directly impacts millions of Americans, including the Read More “Profit Over Patients: Examining the Ethics of Pharmaceutical Pricing”
Illinois and Chicago are once again at a financial crossroads, confronting a billion-dollar budget gap that highlights the challenging intersection of fiscal responsibility and ethical stewardship. With significant pension liabilities—particularly for the state’s teachers—the pressure is mounting on public officials to find a way forward that honors commitments to past employees while ensuring financial stability Read More “Balancing the Books for Tomorrow: Ensuring Financial Stability Across Generations in Chicago Schools”
Vice President Kamala Harris’s proposal to tax unrealized capital gains has become a hot topic in the national discourse, igniting passionate debate on both sides of the aisle. While billionaire Mark Cuban might be right in suggesting, “It’s not going to happen,” there’s still a compelling case for why it should. Taxing unrealized capital gains Read More “Unrealized Gains and Real Solutions”