If green energy is the goal, nuclear power needs to be on the table. Elijah Gullett shares his thoughts on why nuclear power is good for North Carolina and good for the environment.   The problem of homelessness isn't just a matter of money or opportunity. As Jeremiah Ludwig explains, his personal experience taught him that it's also about how many of us lose our compassion toward the homeless.   School choice continues to make headlines across the US. Garion Frankel says, for Texas, it could be a long summer for school choice.   How crucial is the internet to a student's ability to succeed? Tahmineh Dehbozorgi makes the case that it's crucial and that Congress can do something about it.   Website: Young-Voices

Relations between the US and China include navigating the issue of artificial intelligence. Cassandra Shand says the G7 Summit in Hiroshima was a prime opportunity to tackle the issue of AI regulation.   Japan is one of a number of nations that have agreed to accept Ukrainian refugees. Emily Schroen shares the story of what one Ukrainian refugee had to say about the process.   School choice is a hot button issue in many states right now. Charles Brandt reminds us that the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision was also about school choice.   Body cams have been portrayed as a means of keeping the police accountable. Finesse Moreno-Rivera explains that body-worn cameras still don't deter police violence.   Website: Young-Voices

Once a red state doesn't mean it will always be a red state. Miranda Spindt explains how the heartland state of Wisconsin is slipping away from the GOP.   With the recent coronation of King Charles III, the Royal Family has been very visible lately. Sophia Worringer says the key to the monarchy's future may be Princess Charlotte.   The Western-led world order is experiencing some surprising shifts lately. Benjamin Khoshbin warns that if Biden doesn't help Saudi Arabia, then China likely will.   Maintaining your privacy in an increasingly digital environment isn't always easy. Luke Hogg notes that Utah is making progress with digital IDs that incorporate blockchain technology.   Website: Young-Voices

There are many reasons to approach the idea of a Central Bank Digital Currency with extreme caution. Parker McCumber says one of the big ones is that it would harm our economy.   What are we to make of 3 of the richest men in the world helping to raise millions of dollars to stop cows from burping? Luc Woodall Gillard explains the reasoning behind their decision.   RFK Jr. is making some waves with his announced intent to run for president in 2024. Samuel Mangold-Lenett warns that weary Republican voters should be more skeptical about Kennedy's candidacy.   Is AI more concerned with truth or telling us what it thinks we want to hear? Rachel Chiu shares how ChatGPT's artificial intelligence can produce artificial truth.   Website: Young-Voices

Somewhere between growth at any cost and choosing to live in poverty is where we'll likely find the environmental sweet spot. Ben Cope says we must sever the link between economic growth and environmental degradation.   Few people can carry the message of freedom over force like those who have lived under despotic conditions. Mailyn Salabarria from the Young Voices Dissident Project joins us to describe her experiences growing up in and escaping from Cuba.  Economic cycles bring highs and lows but what's happening to our economy right now is creating serious issues. Alexander Salter explains how Biden's regulatory assault is worse than recessionary.    Just because something seems like a good idea at first glance, doesn't mean it shouldn't be scrutinized for potential negative results as well. Sofia Hamilton shares her thoughts on the unexpected consequences of tobacco bans that bond taxes, the police and more.   Website: Young-Voices

The global fish supply is in danger and illegal fishing by the Chinese Communist Party is one reason why. Anne Lord says, it's time for China to cut bait and for the CCP to start playing by the rules.   Gig workers have received a momentary reprieve from a state law that could jeopardize freelance jobs in California and elsewhere. Amanda Griffiths explains why Prop 22 is viewed by big labor as a threat to the status quo.   Now that AI is quickly becoming a part of life, the learning curve is steep for it and for the humans who use it. Alex Petropolous describes how Bing's new AI assistant went rogue and why that's actually a good thing.   West Virginia has received some welcome news in the wake of its recently concluded legislative session. Andrew Bambrick spells out why the future is bright in West Virginia.   Website: Young-Voices

Charitable work becomes a lot easier when government gets out of the way. Carolyn Bolton explains how a universal charitable deduction would help people solve problems in their own communities. It's getting fashionable to decry thoughts and prayers as indifference whenever a tragic event occurs. Tyler Cochran advises that thoughts and prayers are a better alternative than wrath and ruin. The welfare state may be well-intended but it's not solving the problems associated with long-term poverty. Kelsey Underwood says the benefits cliff calculator can help policymakers craft wiser solutions. Efforts to drill for oil in Alaska's North slope have been complicated, to put it mildly. Ethan Brown says climate activists may have badly missed the mark on the Willow drilling project.  Website: Young-Voices

AI is making some remarkable inroads in many areas of our lives. Kate Farmer explains how AI therapy may be here but the regulatory oversight is not.    The impasse between China and Taiwan has been studied from many angles. As Ryan Bercaw notes, according to the latest wargames, no one will be the winner in a war between the two nations.   The urge to alter or eliminate Section 230 of the act never seems to go away. Ben Ayanian says weakening Section 230 would compromise innovation.   ESG has found its way into much of the corporate world. Ganon Evans spells out how ESG demands transparency but is the epitome of opaque.   Website: Young-Voices

Parental rights are increasingly under attack by the public school establishment. Juliana Sweeny notes that, when it comes to protecting your child, the cost of private school is probably worth it.   The UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has issued a new report and Elijah Gullett says it's one that should inspire hope rather than panic.   The affordable housing crisis is particularly acute in California. Jeremiah Ludwig relates how Huntington Beach Republicans are standing up for local government control over property rights.   When governments begin to censor religious rights in favor of secular sensibilities, it's not a good thing. Harrison Griffiths makes the case for religious freedom for all, religious privilege for none.   Website: Young-Voices

Credit cards can be a mixed blessing. They're convenient enough to get us to spend money we'll have to pay back yet they also offer some worthwhile perks. Mike Viola says market competition is improving credit cards for everyone.   The philanthropic giving that goes to Africa is hindering more than it is helping. Abdullah Tijani explains how Africans must break the dependence and learn how to build their own economies.   The development of small, modular nuclear reactors is a huge opportunity for energy hungry nations around the world. Jeff Luse shares the lessons from Poland's nuclear energy renaissance.    Finding the sweet spot between digital privacy and public safety isn't easy. Leslie Corbly weighs in on a bill in Utah that seeks to establish that balance.   Website: Young-Voices

Certain people take a perverse pleasure in revising older works of literature to make them more "inclusive" for our day. Elizabeth Grace Matthew explains why sanitizing books is worse than banning them.   There's plenty of debate right now about what it means to be "woke" or if there even is such a thing. Samuel Mangold-Lenett says the word "woke" effectively describes the left's insanity. That's why they hate it when we say it.   The housing markets have been a veritable roller coaster these past few years. Jeremiah Ludwig explains why housing is less affordable today than in 2020-2021.   Could the Supreme Court break the internet? Elijah Gullett notes that free speech is under attack from many angles right now, including the nation's highest court.   Website: Young-Voices

The doomsday clock has been a memorable tool for keeping the public focused on the threat of nuclear war. Ethan Brown says, it's a bad idea to use this metaphor to raise awareness of climate change.   The proliferation of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion curricula in institutions of higher learning hasn't always taken place in the light of day. Neetu Arnold shines a light on the 'secret trade' of DEI.   CHATGPT is giving many of us our first exposure to AI. Corey Walker advises that we calm down and remember that CHATGPT isn't about to replace thinking humans.   The effort to protect kids from over-exposure to social media is taking us to some interesting places. Charles Brandt explains that kids have First Amendment rights and shouldn't be banned from social media.   Website: Young-Voices

Is the U.S. abdicating its role as a world leader when it comes to Ukraine? Anne Lord says the Biden administration is dropping the ball on this one.   The idea of a flat tax is on the minds of many Americans. Ganon Evans shares his thoughts on the current push for a flat tax in Kansas and what lawmakers could learn from other states that have enacted one.   It's been said that storytellers rule the world. Alexandra Hudson joins us to discuss her new video series called "Storytelling and the Human Condition."   There is a growing perception that our nation's college and university campuses have been assimilated into the woke borg. Garion Frankel says, in his opinion, Texas A&M is not one of those schools.   Website: Young-Voices

Great Britain is providing a good example of how the slippery slope regarding government policing of unpopular opinions can quickly become a cliff. Harrison Griffiths spells out why the state has no right to police speech.   The war in Ukraine has deeply affected its neighbor Poland as refugees have flowed across the border to escape the carnage. Emily Schroen says South Korea should be taking notes as a potential humanitarian crisis is brewing just across its Northern border.   The prospect of scientists bringing back an extinct animal like a woolly mammoth is an exciting prospect to many. Zack Vucurevich has 3 questions scientists should ask before they make such an attempt.   New York City's official response to homelessness is a cause for concern to policymakers and advocates alike. Finesse Moreno-Rivera explains how Mayor Adam's homeless policy won't solve anything.      Website: Young Voices

Language AI is now able to join online debates and is influencing the actions of governments. Torbin Halbe explains how ChatGPT and automated propaganda are playing a growing role in how we get our online information.   The Biden administration has been constantly looking for ways to crack down on gun owners. As Parker McCumber points out, the administration now has a new rule that could create millions of criminals out of gun owners.   If we've learned anything over the past 3 years, it's that government health care systems are failing us. Elise Amez-Droz spells out how single payer systems were doomed from the start.    Young-Voices

With kids entering the world of social media at a younger age than ever, serious concerns are arising. Kate Farmer says it's time for schools to teach social media literacy.   When a government agency sets out to do you a favor, it's good to first ask some questions. April Liu points out that the recent non-compete ban proposed by the FTC is just another sign of mission creep.   The influence that Washington D.C. exerts of people and places far from the nation's capitol isn't always a positive influence. Sarah Montalbano says let Alaska develop its natural resources.   Big tech has been on the radar of Republicans in Congress for some time now. Luke Hogg explains how the TEAM Act could present an opportunity for Republican unity.   Website: Young-Voices

Wisconsin is considering a flat tax proposal and it's generating a fair amount of controversy. Miranda Spindt says if the flat tax is paired with the right policies, it could result in a tax system that benefits everyone.   The Federal Trade Commission's plan to ban non-compete agreements may not be as helpful to workers as some think. Jeremiah Ludwig explains how such a policy could keep pizza delivery guys shuttling pies for life.   School districts are considering a variety of ways to recruit and keep good teachers. Sofia Hamilton says these districts need a lesson on economics if they wish to avoid unintended consequences.   Civilian nuclear energy is a growing possibility in the quest for clean, affordable energy. Benjamin Khoshbin lays out how the U.S. can use nuclear energy exports to deter Russia and China.   Website: Young-Voices

The recently averted rail strikes in America were threatened, in part, because of concerns over rail worker safety. Roy Matthews says the Federal Railroad Administration pursues non-sequiturs over safety.   The online safety of children is worth taking seriously. Alex Petropoulos cautions that it's something that should be trusted to parents rather than Mark Zuckerberg.   With the financial pinch that nearly everyone is feeling, tax relief could provide a welcome break to consumers and energy sector businesses. Jeff Luse makes the case that pro growth tax policies could bolster domestic energy security and spur innovation.   Gene technology is sometimes portrayed as a threat to the environment. Torbin Halbe begs to differ and explains how, like America, Europe should use gene technology to save its trees.   Website: Young-Voices

Anyone who's taken a DNA test has likely wondered how secure their DNA is. Leslie Corbly weighs in on who owns your DNA and why the state should tread carefully.   The U.S. government has directed significant military aid to Ukraine and has made similar promises to the government of Taiwan. Zachary Yost says U.S. policymakers must remember that Taiwan is not Ukraine.   Transgender ideology is taking aim at long dead historical figures to rewrite history with a more inclusive slant. Elizabeth Grace Matthew says author Louisa May Alcott was not a man, she was a woman ahead of her time.    When information was requested from the Kentucky governor's office regarding covid school closures, the governor denied most of those requests. Jared Crawford explains that the question now is whether the governor violated the Open Records Act.   Website: Young-Voices

When a high profile event occurs, it's a near certainty that politicians will feel an overwhelming urge to legislate. Benjamin Ayanian explains why the urge to legislate lives loudly within politicians.    Institutions best serve society when they stick to their defined tasks. David McGarry describes how Blackrock's failures are a warning for all institutions.   The CDC has updated its opioid guidelines but pain patients are somehow left out in the cold. Peter Pischke breaks down the reasons why the new guidelines are mainly for show.   Even virtual reality isn't safe from the ambitions of federal regulators. Caden Rosenbaum has the details on FTC Chairwoman Lina Kahn's war on gaming.    Website: Young-Voices