Author: Ethan Johnson

While much of the attention is focused on politics and governance at the state Capitol, the bulk of decisions that directly affect people’s daily lives often come out of the local city council, school board and county commission.Indeed, the saying all politics is local aptly describes the role that local governments play in shaping America’s body politic. In fact, one think tank says 95% of all elected offices in the U.S. serve at the municipal level.But while local governments are perhaps the most significant arm of America’s democratic polity, they have little oversight, begging the question: Is the local government sector functional or…

Open this photo in gallery:Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Honda's automobile manufacturing plant in Alliston, Ontario on April 5, 2023.Carlos OsorioJohn Rapley is a writer and academic who lives in London, Johannesburg and Ottawa.His books include: why empires collapse (Yale University Press, 2023) and Twilight of the gods of money (Simon and Schuster, 2017).In a global economy dominated by major powers like the United States, China and the European Union, a medium-sized, trade-dependent country like Canada has little choice but to follow in the footsteps of others. So it may be a little surprising that for all the talk surrounding…

Here's the indisputable good news. Eric Russell is doing a good job after 15 months as the new state treasurer. His most important responsibility is managing the state's $55 billion pension fund. Recognizing Russell's quick start does not deny that he remains essential to understanding his annual performance. Two practicing academics at the Yale School of Management have accomplished a task that has long eluded others. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, professor and director of the Chief Executive Officer Institute, and Steven Tian, ​​the institute's director of research, published a study on the past performance of pension funds in the state of Connecticut…

The US coalition against Iran, made up of Western countries and moderate Arab states, is commendable, but for the US, fear of Iran's nuclear program outweighs fear of Hamas-controlled Palestine.Therefore, the Biden administration is siding with Israel and trying to restart negotiations on establishing a Palestinian state.Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is ready to normalize relations with Israel, eager for a handshake and a promise from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel would consider talks on the Palestinian issue. Hamas will never change no matter whatBut Hamas has not changed its worldview, and is unlikely to do so. Even if he…

The U.S. Department of Energy just announced $19.1 million in funding to further support nuclear energy research and development. This adds to the approximately $1 billion in nuclear research funding DOE has provided since 2009.”America's universities are critical institutions that foster breakthrough ideas that can move us toward a clean energy future,” said Kathryn Huff, assistant secretary for nuclear energy. “These awards invest in the next generation of nuclear scientists and engineers who will continue to advance nuclear energy as a solution to tackle the climate crisis.”Funds from this round will be distributed among scholarships and fellowships for university faculty…

Emma-Jane Blackman & Georgina Barnesbbc jersey59 minutes agoimage caption, Jersey State said its vision would help children “reach their full academic and social potential”A scheme has been launched by the government aimed at welcoming, welcoming and supporting children in education.Jersey said its vision would help children “achieve their full academic and social potential.”Key points in the plan include respect and value, well-being and support, and collaboration with family and professionals.Sean O'Regan, group director for education, added that Mr Jersey had big ambitions but could do more.He said: “We need to put inclusion at the heart of what we do. Jersey…

Written by Kirsty Needham(Reuters) – Solomon Islands' two main opposition parties signed a coalition agreement on Saturday as they battle to form government with former prime minister Manese Sogavare's party after elections failed to yield a clear winner. .Last week's election was the first since Sogavare struck a security pact with China in 2022 that brought Chinese police to the Pacific island chain and moved the country closer to Beijing.The election is being closely watched by China, the United States and neighboring Australia as it could have regional security implications.In Wednesday's election results, Sogavare's OUR party won 15 of the…

(Reuters) – Solomon Islands' two main opposition parties signed a coalition agreement on Saturday as they battle to form government with former prime minister Manese Sogavare's party after elections failed to yield a clear winner. .Last week's election was the first since Sogavare struck a security pact with China in 2022 that brought Chinese police to the Pacific island chain and moved the country closer to Beijing.The election is being closely watched by China, the United States and neighboring Australia as it could have regional security implications.In Wednesday's election results, Sogavare's OUR party won 15 of the 50 seats in…

Times Observer photo by Josh Cotton Tori McMichael, Warren Regional High School student body president, called for cooperation among high schools in the county. “We would be better off if we decided to work with each other instead of against each other,” she said. It is often said that young people in the community are not as active in volunteering and participating as past generations. Young people also say there's not much to do in Warren. An event aimed at bridging that gap and connecting student leaders with political leaders in the community was held Friday.…

Artificial intelligence is a touchy subject in Washington.Although most lawmakers agree that they pose significant risks if left unregulated, there is still a lack of consensus on how to address these concerns. But on Friday, at the TIME100 talks held ahead of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, a panel of experts with backgrounds in government, national security, and social justice agreed that the final He expressed optimism that the U.S. government would “get it right.” Harness the benefits of AI while protecting against potential dangers.”We can't afford to get this wrong again,” Sharanda Young, director of the Biden administration's Office…