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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
Open Technology Institute Article In The Thread
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How AI and Other Technology Can Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities

Teaching, Learning & Tech Article In The Thread
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ICE Wages the “War on Terror” in Minnesota

Future Security Article In The Thread

Empire of Madness

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Upcoming Events
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Feb. 11th, 2026

Economic Opportunities: Apprenticeship for Economically Disadvantaged Youth

On February 11, NAPE will host a webinar focused on apprenticeship opportunities for economically disadvantaged youth.
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Feb. 19th, 2026

Empire of Madness

Dr. Khameer Kidia will discuss his book Empire of Madness, challenging us to rethink the Western approach to mental health care.
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Feb. 21st, 2026

Comically American

Join Us@250 Initiative and the Armed Services Arts Partnership for a comedy show reflecting on 250 years of the United States.
Virginia Beach, VA
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Recent Publications
Feb. 10th, 2026

Candace Rondeaux, "Putin's Sledgehammer"

Candace Rondeaux features on this episode of C-SPAN's Booknotes+ to discuss her book Putin's Sledgehammer.
By: 
Candace Rondeaux
Future Frontlines In The News Piece
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Feb. 10th, 2026

Rehab, Cincy, Rehab

Ahead of climate migration, Cincinnati should prioritize boosting access to its many older, affordable homes.
By: 
Tim Robustelli
Future of Land and Housing Blog Post
The TikTok logo is displayed at a TikTok office in Culver City, California.
Feb. 10th, 2026

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
By: 
Lilian Coral
Open Technology Institute Article In The Thread
Feb. 10th, 2026

Introducing the National Commission on Learning Ecosystems

This video introduces the National Commission on Learning Ecosystems, launched in February 2026.
By: 
Lisa Guernsey
 and 
Elise Franchino
Education Policy Blog Post
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