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The future of independence is interdependence
Every one of us depends on others; the only difference is how visible that dependence is.
How forest bathing can soothe our souls
The individual and collective benefits of immersion in nature.
Is the Supreme Court forcing religion on us?
Right-wing justices are giving wide latitude to elected officials to impose their religious views.
The cost of information overload
Our brains' ability to process information hasn't kept pace with the tools that deliver it.
Can we restore lawful government?
A more blatantly corrupt and cruel administration than any we've seen before—but it's not too late to stop it.
Disabled people are creating the future in their bedrooms
A life lived in a small space doesn't have to be deprived or meaningless.
For the good of democracy, abolish the Senate
It's an oligarchic institution designed to thwart the popular will.
English is becoming humanity's shared language
It's now the language of choice for communication between people who speak different native tongues.
Is objective morality dangerous?
Does belief in objective value make us more or less likely to fight and kill each other?
AI: the greatest disability aid since the wheelchair?
AI can serve as assistive technology to help people who suffer from cognitive dysfunction.
Universal basic income: Towards a new society by 2050
How will people support themselves and find purpose in life when robots do all the work for us?
Why can't America have Israel's welfare state?
Is American aid funding better benefits for Israelis than Americans have at home?