The Powell Perspective™

06/11/2025

Publius

Okay, I need to find the top 2 articles about the specified topics: constitutional law, government overreach, administrative state, regulatory frameworks, strategic defense, civil liberties, legal precedent, federal enforcement, rule of law. The user wants articles that weren't shown in a previous query, so I should check which sources were used before. But since I don't have access to previous queries, I'll assume all provided search results are current and need to pick the most relevant two.

Looking at the search results:

[1] Talks about constitutional constraints on presidential overreach, mentioning anti-commandeering and separation of powers. Relevant to constitutional law and government overreach.

[2] Discusses federal courts' role in checking presidential power grabs, which ties into legal precedent and federal enforcement.

[3] Is a hearing about judicial overreach and constitutional limits on federal courts. Relevant but maybe too similar to [2].

[4] Fact sheet on Trump's executive order to rein in administrative state. Directly addresses administrative state and regulatory frameworks.

[5] About federal overreach in elections, which relates to civil liberties and rule of law.

[6] Covers judiciary's role in checking overreach and civil society's impact. Relevant to civil liberties and legal precedent.

[7] Discusses the Supreme Court reasserting constitutional authority, relevant to legal precedent and rule of law.

[8] A PDF critiquing the administrative state's alignment with liberty and democracy. Fits administrative state and constitutional law.

The user wants novelty and variety. Let's pick two that cover different aspects. [4] is about Trump's executive order targeting the administrative state, which is specific and recent. [5] deals with election-related federal overreach, which is a hot topic and involves civil liberties. Both are distinct from each other and cover different areas (regulatory vs. elections). They also haven't been used in previous examples provided, so they should be novel.

Now, format each as per the example: heading, one-paragraph summary, link. Ensure no extra formatting and follow exactly the structure given.

Trump’s Deregulatory Executive Order and the Administrative State

This article outlines President Trump’s 2025 executive order aimed at curbing federal regulatory overreach by directing agencies to review and rescind regulations inconsistent with constitutional limits. It emphasizes restoring separation of powers and reversing Biden-era policies, framing the order as part of a broader strategy to dismantle the administrative state. Full article - https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/02/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-reins-in-government-overreach-and-begins-deconstruction-of-unconstitutional-administrative-state/

Federal Overreach in Election Administration

This piece analyzes President Trump’s 2025 executive order attempting to impose voter registration mandates on states via the Election Assistance Commission, bypassing Congress. It argues the order violates constitutional provisions granting states authority over election administration and threatens funding for noncompliance, highlighting tensions between federal power and states’ rights. Full article - https://statesunited.org/resources/facts-about-elections/

The RE Doctor

Okay, let me tackle this query step by step. The user wants the top 2 articles about several real estate topics, excluding any from previous queries. They prioritize novelty, uniqueness, and variety. The current date is June 11, 2025, so I need to look for the most recent and relevant articles from the provided search results.

First, I'll review the search results to find articles that best match the specified topics: Real estate strategy, Housing policy, ADUs, Workforce housing, Commercial investment, Residential development, Real estate finance, Urban planning, Mixed-use development.

Looking at the search results, result [7] is a PDF from Millbury about their 2025 Housing Production Plan. It discusses strategies like promoting ADUs, mixed-use developments, and workforce housing. This fits well with Housing policy, ADUs, Urban planning, and Mixed-use development.

Result [3] from First Western Trust talks about 2025 real estate trends, including hybrid workspaces and mixed-use developments. However, result [4] from Agora focuses on commercial real estate strategies, which directly relates to Commercial investment. Since the user mentioned Commercial investment as a key topic, result [4] might be a better fit.

Result [5] from Coastal Equity Group covers multi-family properties and creative financing, which ties into Residential development and Real estate finance. But the user might have seen multi-family strategies before, so perhaps result [4] is more novel for Commercial investment.

Result [6] from JPMorgan discusses 2025 commercial real estate trends, including industrial sectors and affordable housing. This could cover Commercial investment and Workforce housing. However, result [7] specifically addresses Housing policy and ADUs, which are explicitly mentioned in the query.

Result [8] from Ark7 lists various strategies like buy-and-hold and wholesaling, but these might be too general. The user wants novelty, so perhaps the Millbury plan (result [7]) and Agora's commercial strategies (result [4]) are the most unique and varied.

I need to ensure the articles haven't been included in previous queries. Since the user hasn't provided prior results, I'll assume these are fresh.

For the first article, result [7] is perfect because it's a detailed housing production plan with specific strategies, including ADUs and mixed-use, which are key topics. The second article should cover Commercial investment, so result [4] from Agora about core, core plus, value-add, and opportunistic strategies fits well.

I need to format each article with a heading, a one-paragraph summary, and the link. The summary should be concise, highlighting the main points relevant to the query topics. Avoid any extra formatting and follow the example strictly.

Millbury’s 2025 Housing Production Plan

This article outlines Millbury’s strategic goals for affordable housing, emphasizing mixed-use developments, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and zoning changes to promote workforce housing. Key initiatives include leveraging public-private partnerships, updating inclusionary zoning policies, and creating design standards for multi-family housing to address community needs. Full article - https://www.millburyma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4706/f/uploads/millbury_housing_production_plan_2025_-_public_comment.pdf

Commercial Real Estate Strategies for 2025

This piece explores four investment approaches—Core, Core Plus, Value-Add, and Opportunistic—tailored for commercial real estate in 2025. It highlights balancing risk and returns through asset class diversification, sustainable property upgrades, and adaptive reuse of underperforming spaces like outdated office buildings. Full article - https://agorareal.com/blog/commercial-real-estate-investment-strategies/

Skier Tom

Okay, the user wants me to fetch the top 2 articles about ski instruction, PSIA, skiing technique, outdoor leadership, instructor training, mountain sports, Sky Tavern, and community impact. They specified not to include articles from previous queries and to prioritize novelty, uniqueness, and variety. The current date is June 11, 2025, so I need to make sure the articles are recent and relevant.

Looking at the search results, the first one is about the PSIA-AASI certification process. Result [8] mentions the PSIA Junior Instructor Program at Maple Ski Ridge, which is specific and includes community impact by involving teens. That fits well with the topics listed, especially since it's a 2024-2025 program, making it current.

Next, result [6] talks about Mountain Bike Skills Instructor Training. Even though it's mountain biking, the instructor training aspect and outdoor leadership are relevant. The user included "mountain sports," so this adds variety. The courses in 2025 in Bentonville and Brevard provide unique angles and different locations, which adds novelty.

I need to ensure these two are distinct and cover different aspects. The first is ski-specific with PSIA, while the second ties into broader mountain sports and instructor training. Both have community elements through youth programs and diverse training locations. The links are valid and directly related. Making sure the summaries are concise and highlight the key points without extra formatting. Check that the headings and links follow the example exactly, no markdown beyond headers and paragraphs. Alright, that should meet the user's requirements.

PSIA Junior Instructor Program at Maple Ski Ridge

This article details the PSIA Junior Instructor Program for skiers aged 12–14, offering national certification, on-snow training, and career skill development. Participants learn instruction techniques, shadow lessons, and gain eligibility for instructor roles at Maple Ski Ridge. The program emphasizes leadership, community impact, and fostering passion for mountain sports. Full article - www.mapleskiridge.com/psia-junior-instructor-ski-program

Mountain Bike Skills Instructor Training Expansion

This piece highlights 2025 instructor certification courses by MTB Skills Factory, including GSMBC-accredited programs in Bentonville, Santa Cruz, and Brevard. Focused on outdoor leadership, the courses train coaches in technical and flow riding, with opportunities for apprenticeships and advanced certifications. The expansion reflects growing demand for skilled instructors in mountain sports. Full article - www.mtbskillsfactory.com/instructor-training

Founder's Paradox

Okay, let's tackle this query. The user wants the top 2 articles about a bunch of topics related to entrepreneurship, startup governance, founder psychology, etc. They specified not to include articles from previous queries and prioritize novelty, uniqueness, and variety. Also, today's date is June 11, 2025, so I need to check the publication dates of the search results to ensure they're recent and haven't been included before.

Looking at the search results provided, the first one is from May 20, 2025, which is recent. It's about founder worship and governance standards, which fits the topics listed. The second result is from February 6, 2025, discussing founder-proofing startups through governance strategies. Both are relevant and cover different angles—one on the pitfalls of founder idolization and the other on practical governance steps. The other search results either don't match the date requirement or aren't as directly related. I need to format them with a heading, a brief summary, and the link, following the example given. Make sure not to include any extra formatting and stick strictly to the structure.

Founder Worship and Startup Governance Failures

This article examines the dangers of elevating startup founders to mythical status, arguing that unchecked founder control and mission-driven hype often lead to governance failures. It proposes early adoption of ethics codes, stronger VC due diligence, and regulatory compliance as safeguards against crises like the FTX collapse. Full article - clsbluesky.law.columbia.edu

Building Founder-Proof Startups Through Governance

Focusing on legal strategies to mitigate founder-related risks, this piece outlines steps like establishing independent boards, formal governance practices, and evolving board structures. It emphasizes balancing founder vision with accountability to attract investors and ensure long-term stability. Full article - svrlawyers.com

Secrets of Capital Raising

Okay, let's tackle this query step by step. The user wants the top 2 articles about several finance-related topics, excluding any from a previous query. They emphasize novelty, uniqueness, and variety. Today's date is June 11, 2025, so I need to check the search results for articles published around this time.

Looking at the provided search results, there are a few from 2025. Result [1] is the McKinsey Global Private Markets Report 2025, which covers private equity trends. Result [2] is Bain's Private Equity Outlook 2025, discussing the recovery. Result [5] is Cherry Bekaert's report on 2025 trends. Result [6] is about startup financial models in 2025. Results [7] and [8] discuss private equity strategies and trends.

The user mentioned not to include articles from a previous query, so I need to assume which might have been used before. If the previous query included the McKinsey or Bain reports, I should exclude them. Let's pick two that are distinct and recent. Result [6] on startup financial models and result [8] on private equity trends in 2025 seem relevant. Both are from 2025 and cover different aspects: financial modeling and private equity strategies. They also come from different sources, Finro and DFIN, ensuring variety. I need to format them as per the example, with a heading, a one-paragraph summary, and the link. Make sure not to include any extra formatting and follow the structure strictly.

Startup Financial Model in 2025: Strategic Insights Beyond Fundraising

This article explores how modern startups leverage financial models as strategic tools for operational decision-making, investor alignment, and scenario planning. It emphasizes integrating real-time data and avoiding common pitfalls like overoptimistic projections, while highlighting partnerships with firms like Finro to refine financial frameworks. Full article - https://www.finrofca.com/news/financial-model-goals-2025

Examining 2025’s private equity landscape, this piece analyzes evolving exit strategies—including IPOs, secondary buyouts, and strategic sales—amid regulatory shifts. It also highlights sector-focused funds attracting LPs through targeted diversification and deep industry expertise. Full article - https://www.dfinsolutions.com/knowledge-hub/thought-leadership/knowledge-resources/private-equity-trends