Category: Public Policy
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Something You Should Know about the Electoral College
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Government Deficits are a Myth
For many years I’ve had the sneaking suspicion that government debt really doesn’t matter. For my entire life, it has almost always went up and up each year. And when it’s politically convenient, one party cries that the sky is falling. But the sky never falls. Last week I stumbled across Stephanie Kelton and her…
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Internet for All
This is a really big deal. Just like the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act in 1956 literally paved the way for interstate commerce and decades of economic expansion, the High-Speed Internet Grant Program will unlock economic opportunities across the nation. “Access to the Internet isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. That’s why the Biden-Harris administration…
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UBI is Personal Venture Capital Investment in You
For decades the Tech industry, and society, has embraced the concept of venture capital funding. Where early investors provide funding and management knowledge and resources to grow a promising idea. A “startup” in other words.
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Lethality of AI and Robotics
Frankly, this video scared me a bit. I do believe we should pursue AI and robotic research. But proceed with great caution nonetheless. This is important video for people to watch, but I don’t believe it’s appropriate for kids.
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It’s not about being tough on crime
It’s not about being “tough” on crime or “soft” on crime. It’s about using Data, Science, and social tactics to be smart on crime. Center for American ProgressCenter for American Progress Source: It’s Time to Get Smart on Crime