Republican ideals have evolved over millennia, shaping governance across the globe. Modern republics continue to adapt, but face challenges in upholding their foundational principles.
Do Other Animals Have Consciousness? Science Could Force Us to Rethink Our Relationships With Them
The broad consensus is that many species are sentient.
The Growth of Malignant and Exclusionary Social Movements
The U.S. and many other societies are cycling into situations of toxic polarization today; discussion, let alone consensus, often appears impossible and the advantage goes to exclusionary social movements built on malignant rather than goodwill impulses.
Little Free Library’s Not-So-Little Commitment to Getting the Word Out
These book-sharing boxes promote literacy and strengthen communities.
Google’s Stock Climbed After It Fired 12,000 Employees—But What Did They Get Out of It?
The tech sector is laying off tens of thousands of workers, making it clear that economic growth is currently valued above all else.