The hidden problem with Girl Scout cookies
You might have quoted Britney Spears’ recently-sold music catalogue, saying, “Oops, I did it again” while purchasing Girl Scout cookies. Yet, many families repeat that sentiment long after cookie season, faced with the financial burden…
When America's progress feels like failure
As the United States gets closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of its founding, the official commemorations have revealed just how fraught the moment feels. Federal regulators recently urged broadcasters to air patriotic “pro-America” content, a move that has ignited…
Climate action in healthcare — no capes required
April 28th is National Superhero Day. It’s a shame that Superman is fictional, because our planet needs saving from its most deadly threat: climate change. Our real heroes will come from science, not planet Krypton. The…
What Kevin Warsh isn’t saying about the Fed
Something is off in the current debate about the Federal Reserve. The headlines suggest a familiar argument: inflation, credibility, the size of the balance sheet, and the need for discipline. Former Fed governor Kevin Warsh…
The manosphere, algorithms, and the irony of justice
Louis Theroux’s Inside the Manosphere (2026) reveals an online ecosystem that funnels young men into an endless stream of provocative self-help content that blurs into misogyny. What begins as advice on fitness or confidence slides into resentment and radicalization,…
Youth sports are important for student development
Tennis has always been a big part of my life, something that has not only shaped my identity and experiences but also provided me with immeasurable life skills. When you spend 15 hours every week…
April is sexual assault awareness month
In 2026, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center marks the 25th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, calling it “25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward.” But if we’re being completely honest with ourselves, awareness…
The Golden Fleece Award Goes to . . .
In the mid-1970s, the late Senator William Proxmire (D-WI) started an informal “Golden Fleece Award” for public officials he determined squandered public money or mismanaged scarce resources. The award sought to punish these troubled souls…
Ethical Guidelines for AI
New York City Public Schools just released guidelines for the ethical and appropriate use of AI by educators, staff and students. As college professors, we welcome their framework. As researchers watching innovation quickly outpace necessary…