The Powell Perspective™

06/24/2025

Publius

How the Constitution Constrains Presidential Overreach Against the States

This article examines constitutional mechanisms to limit presidential overreach against states, emphasizing separation of powers and anti-commandeering doctrine. It argues that state sovereignty and federalism provide critical checks on executive authority, offering legal pathways to challenge abuses of power. The analysis highlights how constitutional principles protect states from federal interference while maintaining balanced governance.
https://statecourtreport.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-constitution-constrains-presidential-overreach-against-states

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Reins in Government Overreach and Begins Deconstruction of Unconstitutional Administrative State

This White House release details a 2025 executive order targeting regulatory overreach and the administrative state. It mandates agency reviews to rescind burdensome regulations, prioritizes enforcement discretion to curb statutory overextension, and aims to dismantle unconstitutional frameworks. The order builds on Trump’s deregulatory agenda to reduce economic constraints and realign governance with constitutional separation of powers.
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/

The RE Doctor

Real Estate Investment Strategies - Complete Guide - 2025

This comprehensive guide details actionable real estate investment strategies for 2025, including buy-and-hold rentals, wholesaling, and the live-in-then-rent approach. It emphasizes long-term wealth building through equity accumulation, tax advantages, and portfolio diversification across residential markets. The strategies cater to both beginners and seasoned investors, with a focus on aligning tactics with financial goals and leveraging digital tools for efficiency. Full article - https://ark7.com/blog/learn/real-estate-investment-strategies/

JPMorgan Chase analyzes key commercial real estate trends for 2025, highlighting industrial sector strength and retail resilience amid interest rate uncertainty. The report identifies opportunities in affordable housing and public-private partnerships, while addressing challenges like climate-related risks and cybersecurity threats. Insights cover multifamily performance, office vacancy moderation, and data-driven strategies for portfolio growth. Full article - https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/real-estate/commercial-real-estate/commercial-real-estate-trends

Skier Tom

Sky Tavern's Innovative Ski Instruction Methodology

This article details the unique "gliding" pathway to skiing developed by Sky Tavern, a volunteer-based community program operating for over 75 years. Departing from traditional braking methods like snowplows, the approach emphasizes turning to control speed and promotes offensive movement patterns adapted from PSIA standards. The methodology aims to create versatile skiers capable of reaching expert levels by ingraining fluid parallel turns early, while prioritizing safety and joy in snow sports. By training instructors in this technique, the program reinforces its mission of accessible community snowsports education. Full article - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/63eabf4b9585c12600ee2aea/t/65496ab3bc3f8564164d3d57/1699310262013/Sky+Tavern+Ski+Instruction+Manual.pdf

Junior Instructor Development at Maple Ski Ridge

This program prepares 12-14 year-old skiers for instructor roles through PSIA's nationally recognized junior certification. Participants complete online modules in beginner instruction, child psychology, and teaching fundamentals, alongside 12 hours of on-snow training and 6 hours of lesson shadowing. The curriculum builds career-ready skills like public speaking, group management, and professionalism while requiring parallel skiing proficiency and safety demonstrations on green terrain. Successful graduates gain eligibility for instructor positions, connecting youth with outdoor industry opportunities and strengthening community engagement through snowsports leadership. Full article - https://www.mapleskiridge.com/psia-junior-instructor-ski-program

Founder's Paradox

The Perils of Founder Worship

This article examines the dangers of elevating startup founders to "mythical status" and advocates for early governance standards, ethics codes, and stronger due diligence to prevent litigation risks and corporate failures. It argues that founder worship often leads to circumventing legal norms, emphasizing that mission-driven startups must prioritize compliance and traditional board structures to protect stakeholders. The piece uses high-profile cases like FTX to illustrate how deferred oversight enables catastrophic outcomes in high-stakes leadership environments. Full article - https://clsbluesky.law.columbia.edu/2025/05/20/the-perils-of-founder-worship/

Building a Supportive Founder Network: Your Secret Weapon Against Isolation

Focusing on founder psychology, this article presents data-driven strategies for combating entrepreneurial isolation through curated peer networks. It reveals that founders with specific networking goals are 42% more likely to succeed, detailing how structured support systems improve strategic decision-making and mitigate leadership pressures. The piece also links isolation to governance breakdowns, offering actionable frameworks for building resilient founder communities that enhance business structure stability. Full article - https://maccelerator.la/en/blog/entrepreneurship/building-a-supportive-founder-network-your-secret-weapon-against-isolation/

Secrets of Capital Raising

From Bootstrap to Billions: Your Ultimate Guide to Raising Capital in 2025

This article outlines innovative fundraising strategies for 2025, including pre-sales campaigns for market validation, competition prize stacking for non-dilutive capital, strategic partnerships with enterprise buyers, content-to-capital audience conversion, and government grant stacking. It emphasizes the role of outsourced CFOs in optimizing financial packages, boosting valuations by 20-40%, managing investor relations, and ensuring compliance to prevent deal failures. Full article - https://preferredcfo.com/insights/from-bootstrap-to-billions-your-ultimate-guide-to-raising-capital-in-2025

Private equity 2025: Market shifts and investor priorities

The article details evolving private equity dynamics, highlighting investment opportunities in direct lending, value-add real estate, and co-investments amid regulatory uncertainty and interest rate fluctuations. It analyzes limited partner (LP) priorities, including a focus on tangible returns measured by DPI and selection criteria for general partners (GPs) emphasizing strong teams, niche specialization, and carry structures. Full article - https://www.ocorian.com/knowledge-hub/insights/private-equity-2025-market-shifts-and-investor-priorities