This article examines how the U.S. Constitution limits presidential overreach against states, focusing on separation of powers and anti-commandeering principles. It argues that existing legal frameworks and judicial doctrines provide tools to challenge federal executive actions that infringe on state sovereignty. Full article - https://statecourtreport.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-constitution-constrains-presidential-overreach-against-states
This analysis highlights the Supreme Court’s historical use of judicial review to counter congressional overreach, citing cases like City of Boerne v. Flores and NFIB v. Sebelius. It emphasizes the Court’s responsibility to assert constitutional authority as the final interpreter of federal law. Full article - https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/usappblog/2025/05/08/to-avoid-irrelevancy-the-us-supreme-court-must-now-speak-with-the-full-voice-of-its-constitutional-authority/
This article examines the ongoing housing underproduction crisis in the U.S., emphasizing policy reforms like ADU legalization, YIMBY advocacy, and infrastructure investments to boost medium-density housing. It highlights strategies to address affordability through modern construction methods and zoning changes in cities like Portland and Charlotte. Full article - https://upforgrowth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2023_Housing-Underproduction-in-the-US-Report_FINAL.pdf
The article analyzes 2025 trends in industrial real estate, focusing on e-commerce-driven demand, rising warehouse rents, and supply chain adaptations. It explores how professionals leverage data tools to identify logistics opportunities amid tightening vacancies and shifting tenant preferences. Full article - https://www.ccim.com/real-estate-insights/blog/commercial-real-estate-2025-hurdles-and-horizons
The UIAA's certification program sets international benchmarks for mountaineering and climbing instructors across eight disciplines, including ski-mountaineering. By accrediting training schemes through rigorous proficiency checks, it ensures leaders possess technical expertise, safety awareness, and teaching skills tailored to diverse mountain environments. This initiative supports organizations in elevating their instructional credibility worldwide. Full article - www.theuiaa.org/training/
Maple Ski Ridge’s PSIA Junior Instructor Program trains skiers aged 12–14 in teaching fundamentals, emphasizing public speaking, group management, and skiing proficiency. Participants complete online modules, on-snow training, and mentorship hours, with guaranteed instructor positions upon completion. The program strengthens community ties by developing future outdoor educators and promoting safe, accessible skiing culture. Full article - www.mapleskiridge.com/psia-junior-instructor-ski-program
This article examines how excessive founder adulation in startups can lead to governance failures, using cases like FTX to highlight risks. It advocates for early adoption of governance standards, ethics codes, and stricter VC due diligence to curb unchecked founder control. The piece emphasizes balancing innovation with accountability to protect stakeholders.
Full article - clsbluesky.law.columbia.edu/2025/05/20/the-perils-of-founder-worship/
Analyzing FTX’s collapse, this paper explores how founder worship and "do-gooder" ideologies like effective altruism create governance gaps. It critiques private ordering’s flexibility in venture capital, arguing for safeguards against unethical founder behavior while maintaining startup agility.
Full article - papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5239898
This article outlines strategic insights for early-stage startups seeking capital in 2025, emphasizing the rigorous process of securing seed funding. It highlights the need for founders to approach fundraising as a structured sales campaign, requiring 200+ investor contacts and meticulous preparation of financial documentation. The piece also advises exploring alternative funding sources like revenue-based financing and angel syndicates. Full article - rightsidecapital.com
This analysis explores evolving exit strategies in private equity, including IPOs, secondary buyouts, and strategic sales, amid tightening regulatory scrutiny. It also underscores the rise of sector-focused funds to attract limited partners seeking targeted diversification in volatile markets. The article provides actionable insights for optimizing liquidity and compliance in deal structuring. Full article - dfinsolutions.com