Manifest Density
Investment in "hyperdense" cities is, according to one writer, the key to solving many problems that afflict US society.
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Designing the Digital City
Internet technology can help us to connect, globally and otherwise, but only if we structure it well.
Hearing the Stories within the Stories
It’s easy to revert to big narratives and much harder to let small, surprising, and telling stories emerge.
What Will Replace the Hero’s Journey?
Only by sharing stories of complex protagonists, messy work, and muddled results will the social sector foster understanding and gain support.
What Can Africa Do for Obama?
We should not overlook innovations in the subcontinent that could be transformative in the United States.
However Long the Night: A Q&A With Molly Melching
A discussion with the cultural entrepreneur, human rights advocate, and founder of Tostan.
Can a “Like” Save a Life?
A Georgetown University and Waggener Edstrom study sheds new light on the debate surrounding the effectiveness of online influence.
Impact Investing in the Middle East: What Next?
Impact investment opportunities could arise across the MENA region with the proper incentives and regulatory framework.
From Technocracy to a Practical Politics
For the environmental movement to succeed, it needs to convert its ideas, science, theories, and activism into practical politics that can win votes on a large scale.