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The Era of Low Expectations
The casual start for every conversation these days—“How’re you doing?”—is now an emotional minefield.
Jul 17
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A Localism Manifesto
Version 1.0 - We believe there is a clear path forward that has received little attention. And that solution is localism: a commitment to place…
Jul 10
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Invest in "Sunbeams for Peace"
We, as individual investors, can make sure that solar energy wins and spreads rapidly.
Jul 3
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June 2025
Main Street Meets the SuperCrowd: Why This Conversation Matters
A recording from Devin Thorpe's live video
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Jun 27
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Don't Deport Our Best Entrepreneurs
V.3, N.35 - We are here through our ancestors, who took enormous risks and got into the country through persistence and luck. This makes the lack of…
Jun 26
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Hey, Governors: Fight Back with Negative Tariffs!
V.2, N.75 - What’s the best way to contain a fire? Not with fire, but with fire retardant. And the best response to Trump’s tariffs might be…
Jun 19
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Community-Building in Action
You're Invited: Wednesday, June 18, 2 - 3:30 pm ET
Jun 13
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Rethinking Retirement EGG-cellently
V.3, N.34 - It’s not only possible to create localized pension investments but also relatively easy and inexpensive.
Jun 13
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Don't Put Lipstick on Corporate Pigs
V.2, N.74 - When opportunity costs are considered, corporate attraction is always a loser for economic development.
Jun 5
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May 2025
June 21 - World Localization Day
V.3, N.33: Not sure how to celebrate? Read on!
May 30
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Live with Jen and Devin
A recording from Devin Thorpe's live video
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May 30
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Nonprofits: The Least Effective Structures for Social Change
V.2, N.73 - Twenty years ago, Merrian Fuller and I wrote a cover story for The Nation called “Profits for Justice” that elaborated why nonprofits are…
May 22
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