Aspen Journal of Ideas

A radically simple idea to help more students find scholarship dollars is the creation of an accessible, multilingual, searchable database of scholarships and how to win them. The Department of Education should lead on this empowering initiative.

Responsible leaders in every country must stand up against fear-mongering, and show that our commitment to liberal values need not come at the expense of our security. The coming months could be make or break for Europe and the United States. We cannot afford to fail.

Play, nutrition and overall investment in our kids is critical. First Lady Michelle Obama acknowledges that there will be a price tag for keeping children active. She says “We should figure out how much that costs and then pay for it. Period.”

UN member states have made a bold promise: to eradicate poverty by 2030.

Because retail employs such a large portion of the American workforce, even small improvements to retail career pathways can expand opportunities for many low- and moderate-income workers, with positive implications for the economy overall.

Despite numerous and complex bilateral issues, Mexico is an important strategic partner for the United States. Likewise, the United States is without a doubt key for the Mexican economy.