April 2023

The collapse of SVB reveals that the changing nature of contagion in today’s world, where social media, smartphones, and financial technology have become catalysts for contagion, questions the idea of small-enough-to-fail banks.

Now that President Biden officially declared his run for a second term, now more than ever, we need to acknowledge how outdated notions about age and retirement can be harmful and why we need to reimagine work, retirement, and aging in 21st-century America.

While last month’s CPI report showed positive results, rising shelter prices continue to shake up the housing market. What’s keeping home prices so high and causing first-time homebuyers to face so many challenges in our current real estate landscape?

In light of lingering questions about American democracy post-2020 election and the Jan. 6 insurrection, Philadelphia proposes a chief democracy officer to address voting barriers, increase turnout, ensure fairness, and offer nonpartisan voter education. Will other cities follow suit?

Discover how 14 Pennsylvania swing voters react to the powerful AI tool ChatGPT, as they weigh its potential benefits against the risks it poses to the job market.

The arrest of a former U.S. President highlights the importance of due process, while thousands of wrongfully convicted individuals face misconduct or fabrication of evidence by police and prosecutors.

Michelle Obama’s immense popularity has positioned her as a leading choice for Democrats if Biden opts out of the 2024 race. But questions have been raised about the former First Lady’s qualifications and whether her popularity alone can sufficiently equip her to govern a nation.

Serving as a blueprint for navigating high-profile civil cases, there are critical lessons from the Dominion v Fox litigation in the importance of public disclosure, remediation, and accountability, as well as the potential drawbacks of large monetary settlements.

A powerful coalition is forming, including medical professionals, pharmaceutical companies, and women, in response to efforts to restrict reproductive choices in America, emphasizing the potential for significant change through this united front.