Huston Smith discusses the family as a vital institution during Cold War tensions and technological change, interviewing Margaret Mead and Bertram Beck for their insights.
The urgent work of survival often edges out space for strategic visioning, but if nonprofits and activists are to thrive, they must dream different ways of living.
As is the case with many strange odysseys, this all started during tax season. After using an accountant for my entire adult life, this year I let myself be convinced that, given that I have one job and negligible freelance income, I was overpaying for bespoke service when TurboTax would suffice.
The point of doctorates is about how you make a contribution to learning. That's the point of it. And if you're doing a doctorate, that's saying the same thing or using the same data sets or the same research part ... that's a problem.
Despite being a significant economic force, nonprofits maintain a weak position in political advocacy, limiting their potential for meaningful social change, particularly as we approach the 2024 election.
Paul Rice, CEO of Fair Trade USA, emphasizes that consumers have power through their purchasing choices, especially in the context of rising tariffs and food prices.
"The idea of good design has shifted from a focus on functionality and aesthetics to encompass experience, sustainability, and inclusivity, prioritizing environmental responsibility..."
The responses indicate a generational disillusionment with traditional political structures, suggesting a growing frustration with the inefficiencies of democracy and a yearning for change.