The Impossibility of Automating Economic Flourishing
In contrast to the worldview shaping the AI era, the true value of an innovative economy lies not just in its outputs, but in the lived human experience of creating the new.
Government - Articles
Innovative public sector policies and programs (more)
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The Oil and Gas Industry Is Costing American Taxpayers, Consumers, and Communities
Investing in people and places is an antidote to the climate crisis.
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Resisting Oil and Gas, For Health’s Sake
As regulatory rollbacks invite polluters to poison air, soil, and water, funders and advocates can respond by rallying around community-led solutions that prioritize health over corporate gain.
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The Democracy Emergency Coming From the Oil and Gas Industry
The fight to protect our communities and the environment is also a fight to protect democracy.
Future-Oriented Leadership
Purpose, values, and humility will be the social sector’s greatest strengths.
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Removing the Barriers to the Renewable Energy Boom
Renewables are more reliable and affordable compared to their oil- and gas-powered alternatives. Can they survive political headwinds and continue to make big gains in the United States?
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No Way Out Without a Fight
The ground-up work to stop US oil and gas expansion and create new climate politics
SSIR Online, Fall 2025 Issue
A collection of standout pieces published online about handling systems collapse, measuring narrative change, and helping NGOs shift to working with government.
Shelter From the Storm
As an ideas magazine, SSIR offers a sanctuary for deep thinking on the issues of our time, including President Donald Trump's attempts to disrupt the social sector in ways that will be felt for years.
Drawing on Courage and Community for the Coming Challenges
The diversity and vibrancy of our sector give me optimism that we will meet the current crisis and weather future challenges in the years to come.