This article analyzes how the Constitution’s separation of powers and anti-commandeering principles limit federal executive overreach into state governance. It highlights legal arguments for challenging presidential actions that exceed constitutional authority, emphasizing judicial and state-led checks. Full article - https://statecourtreport.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-constitution-constrains-presidential-overreach-against-states
This piece examines an executive order attempting to federalize election administration by mandating state voter registration rules, bypassing congressional authority and violating constitutional provisions granting states control over election procedures. Full article - https://statesunited.org/resources/facts-about-elections/
This article highlights key real estate trends for 2025, including the growing popularity of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as affordable housing solutions and the preference for move-in ready homes among buyers. It also notes the recovery of commercial real estate, particularly in industrial and multifamily sectors, driven by shifting work patterns and e-commerce growth. Full article - www.wealthbuilders.org
This study examines the impact of density regulations on housing affordability across U.S. metropolitan areas, using data from 1994 to 2019. It explores how zoning reforms and public-private partnerships can address workforce housing shortages, with a focus on rent growth and home appreciation trends in different regulatory environments. Full article - www.huduser.gov
This article outlines the PSIA Junior Instructor Program designed for skiers aged 12–14, focusing on developing leadership, teaching skills, and community impact. Participants gain national recognition, shadow lessons, and complete on-snow training, preparing them for future roles in the ski industry. The program emphasizes professionalism, communication, and connecting youth with outdoor career opportunities.
Full article - www.mapleskiridge.com/psia-junior-instructor-ski-program
This article highlights 2025 mountain bike instructor training courses led by Josh Whitmore, covering intermediate and advanced coaching techniques across locations like Bentonville and Santa Cruz. The courses focus on technical skills, flow coaching, and air maneuvers, aiming to transform participants into certified instructors for clubs, resorts, or teams.
Full article - www.mtbskillsfactory.com/instructor-training
This article examines how excessive reverence for startup founders can lead to governance failures and ethical lapses, using FTX's collapse as a case study. It advocates for early implementation of governance standards, ethics codes, and robust VC due diligence to counterbalance founder-centric cultures in high-growth startups. The piece argues that mission-driven startups shouldn't circumvent legal norms despite their disruptive aspirations. Full article - clsbluesky.law.columbia.edu/2025/05/20/the-perils-of-founder-worship/ [1][3][4]
This analysis explores how governance structures in startups evolve throughout their lifecycle, impacting trajectories toward successful exits or catastrophic failures. It emphasizes adaptive governance frameworks that balance founder autonomy with institutional oversight, particularly during scaling phases and leadership transitions. The article provides evidence-based models for aligning governance maturity with operational complexity. Full article - blogs.law.ox.ac.uk/oblb/blog-post/2025/02/dynamic-views-startup-governance-and-failure [7]
This McKinsey report provides an optimistic outlook for private equity in 2025, highlighting easing monetary cycles, tighter credit spreads, and pent-up dry powder as key drivers for dealmaking. It emphasizes strategic exits, sector-specific investments in energy, and potential record-breaking transaction volumes, despite challenges like trade tensions and regulatory shifts[1].
https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-insights/global-private-markets-report