Modern Monetary Theory
In the context of a fiat currency like the U.S. dollar, Modern Monetary Theory provides a more accurate framework for understanding government finance and economic policy.
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Modern Thoughts on Government
Reflections on Government: Serving the Common Good in Modern Times Government exists to ensure the protection, safety, prosperity, and happiness of its people.
Neoliberal Economic policies and the Powell Memo
The story of modern American economic policy is, in many ways, a story of the triumph of neoliberalism. From the 1970s onward, a powerful coalition of business leaders, conservative intellectuals, and political figures has worked to reshape the U.S. economy along free-market, pro-corporate lines. Their efforts have been remarkably
Clinton’s Neoliberal Agenda
Bill Clinton's pivotal role in advancing neoliberalism, highlighting his policies favoring corporate interests, ties to Powell Memo-inspired networks, and their impact on shifting U.S. politics
Third Places: Bridging Historical Roots and Future Needs
In a future shaped by AI and automation, third places are evolving into hubs for lifelong learning and social connection. By integrating technologies like AI assistants and VR, these spaces can foster inclusivity, creativity, and resilience while addressing the changing needs of society.
A Reimagined Educational System
The current educational paradigm requires a fundamental shift to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. By teaching the Trivium (Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric), equipping learners with AI tools, and transitioning schools and libraries into vibrant learning centers, we can create a lifelong, inclusive, and cost-effective educational framework. This
Facing Super Intelligence
The Challenges of Writing Doom: A Reflection on Superintelligence
The short film Writing Doom brings a sharp, often satirical lens to the high-stakes conversation surrounding artificial superintelligence (ASI). It explores not only the theoretical implications of ASI but also the human struggles in grappling with its potential consequences. The setting—
Trivium a Foundation of Liberal Education
The Trivium is an educational model encompassing three essential stages: grammar, logic (or dialectic), and rhetoric.
A Thesis on "The Great Conversation": A Core Framework for Enduring Knowledge and Civic Excellence
The Great Conversation Enduring Knowledge and Civic Excellence0:00/561.881×
First, consider what we mean by "The Great Conversation." This refers to the ongoing dialogue across centuries where each generation of thinkers builds upon, challenges, and reinterprets the ideas of those who came before. From Plato'
How Language and Labels Are Used to Control Society
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Throughout history, those in power have created labels and boxes to categorize people. These categories often divide people, making it easier for those in control to maintain their power. This pattern can be seen clearly in today’s debates around gender, identity,