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Trump’s TikTok and the Growing State of Authoritarianism
Lilian Coral explains Trump’s TikTok deal, implications for users, and the blurred line between national security and civil liberties online
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How AI and Other Technology Can Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities
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Upcoming Events
Feb. 24th, 2026
The Revolutionists: The Story of the Extremists Who Hijacked the 1970s
Join author Jason Burke to discuss the origins and impacts of the unprecedented wave of international terrorism in the 1970s.
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Mar. 2nd, 2026
A Quarter of U.S. Homes Cost Under $200,000. Why Can’t Families Buy Them?
Join discussion of how to repair the financing barriers contributing to the housing crisis.
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Mar. 3rd, 2026
In Sickness and In Health
Listen in as author Laura Mauldin discusses her new book and calls for a radical reimagining of care.
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Recent Publications
Feb. 23rd, 2026
After New START: The Case for Disciplined Ambiguity
In a post-New START world, transparency can create vulnerability. Strategic stability now hinges on disciplined ambiguity.
By:
Amy J. Nelson
Future Security Blog Post
Feb. 22nd, 2026
Rep. Trahan Publishes Blueprint for Updating the Privacy Act, Reflecting OTI's Recommendations
OTI supports the blueprint's guidance.
By:
Sydney Saubestre
Open Technology Institute Blog Post
Feb. 19th, 2026
State Approaches to Insurance and Liability in Work-Based Learning
States have adopted policy to ensure young people and businesses are adequately protected to participate in work-based learning programs.
By:
Taylor White
Center on Education & Labor Blog Post
Feb. 18th, 2026
Q&A with Elliot Regenstein About Improving State Early Childhood Systems
In a new book, Elliot provides an insider’s guide into the process of how decisions are made in state early childhood systems
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Aaron Loewenberg
Education Policy Blog Post
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