Archive for September, 2026
Good Intentions and Unintended Outcomes of War on Poverty
Democracy Dies in Darkness emphasizes that noble intentions do not guarantee positive outcomes. This lesson is illustrated by the War on Poverty, a program launched with fervent ambition but mixed results. Shortly after assuming office,
White House Access Block for Media Outlets Spurs Legal Action
Reporters from several news outlets faced restrictions from entering the White House after President Trump banned them. CNN, MS NOW, and Politico took legal action, accusing the administration of infringing their First Amendment rights. This
Former Cornell Student’s Lawsuit Against University Over Alleged Sexual Assault
A former Cornell University student has filed a lawsuit against the university alleging sexual assault. The lawsuit claims that the university did not adequately address the student’s complaint, which has raised concerns about the handling
NFL Week 2 Highlights and Insights
NFL Week 2 Observations Week 2 of the NFL season offers a clearer picture of team performances. Some early impressions from Week 1 are confirmed, while others prove to be deceptive. Here is a summary
Transportation Advances: Air Taxis and Innovation
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy discussed ongoing issues involving drones near airports. He highlighted a recent JetBlue incident and ongoing investigations into such occurrences. Duffy also introduced new FAA technology designed for civilian supersonic flights, aiming
New York Jets Coach’s Decision Scrutinized After Overtime Loss
The New York Jets faced criticism following a narrow 20-17 overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers. The scrutiny centered on the controversial decision-making by Head Coach Aaron Glenn. In his second season with the
The Value of Unsupervised Play Versus Structured Youth Sports
A new book sheds light on the benefits of unsupervised play for children, contrasting it with the increasingly expensive and competitive nature of youth sports. Published by the Manhattan Institute, City Journal discusses urban policy
Why Concepts of Creative Class and Global Cities Lost Momentum
Published by the Manhattan Institute, City Journal highlights urban policy issues. Historically, cities flourished due to strategic locations, such as rivers, ports, or access to natural resources. Some cities thrived as capitals of empires or
New Hampshire Labor Market Recovery in 2026
In 2026, the labor market in New Hampshire showed signs of recovery after experiencing a slowdown in 2025. Data reveal an increase in nonfarm employment, rising by 1.1% from January to July 2026. However, the
Concerns Over Conditional Research Funding
Every college and university should agree on a key issue: the United States government must not link research funding to compliance with any political agenda. Recently, the Trump administration presented a proposal to nine leading