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Market power bottlenecks in the seed and fertilizer industries are raising costs for farmers, inflating food prices for consumers, and weakening the resilience and innovation of the American agricultural system. This week, Diana Moss testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on how lax antitrust enforcement has enabled consolidation across agricultural input markets. She outlined how concentrated control over seeds, fertilizer, and digital farming tools is squeezing producers, limiting consumer choice, and threatening the sustainability of U.S. food systems. https://lnkd.in/eRSvQF8e

Unilateral tariffs raise important questions—not just about economic impact, but about constitutional limits and executive authority. At the 2025 New Liberal Action Summit, Ed Gresser joined a timely discussion on how trade policy affects everyday Americans and why the Supreme Court is now reviewing the legality of tariffs imposed without congressional approval. The panel examined a wave of tariffs enacted under President Trump—imposed unilaterally through executive order and framed as national security measures. As the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in, the conversation underscored why U.S. trade policy must be economically sound, legally accountable, and anchored in the rule of law—not wielded as a tool of political discretion. https://lnkd.in/eVRwCgay

In a new article for ProMarket, Diana Moss examines how antitrust enforcement and regulatory oversight are being weaponized for political ends. She argues that the growing interference by the executive branch is undermining due process, eroding the rule of law, and weakening the foundations of U.S. market competition. Using recent merger cases and the temporary removal of Jimmy Kimmel’s show as examples, Moss explains how regulatory decisions are increasingly being shaped by political loyalty rather than economic evidence. https://lnkd.in/g_JgV43a

A thriving U.S. space sector drives innovation, strengthens national competitiveness, and creates high-skilled jobs. At last week’s New Liberal Action Summit, Rep. George Whitesides and Mary Guenther underscored the need for sustained public investment, a diverse workforce, and smart, forward-looking regulation to chart a bold course for the future of U.S. space exploration. https://lnkd.in/dCAQmYFp

As the war in Ukraine continues, signs of escalation beyond its borders are growing—from drone incursions over NATO airspace to direct threats against European infrastructure. These “gray zone” provocations raise urgent questions about the resilience of the transatlantic alliance and the resolve of Western democracies. What message is Moscow sending, and how should the United States and its European allies respond? Join the Progressive Policy Institute this Wednesday, October 29, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar for a critical conversation on the shifting dynamics of the Ukraine war and the strategic implications for U.S. and European security. ➡️ Tamar Jacoby, Director, PPI’s New Ukraine Project ➡️ Kristjan Prikk, Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia ➡️ Dalibor Rohac, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Moderated by Laura Kelly, Foreign Policy Reporter, The Hill https://lnkd.in/e2CP7P5z

LIVE: The Union with Curtis Valentine and Alisha Thomas Searcy — the latest in public education news, policy, & politics. Today: The continued fallout from the federal government shutdown, the need for strong public schools & the drop in education degrees.

States that treat AI solely as a regulatory issue risk missing a major opportunity for investment, productivity, and job creation. In a new report, PPI’s Chief Economist Michael Mandel presents "An AI Innovation Toolbox for Governors"—a policy blueprint built around five core levers: tax incentives, smart grid upgrades, university partnerships, workforce training, and AI extension programs for small businesses. Governors who once competed for auto plants must now compete for data centers and AI firms. The states that act now will shape the next era of economic leadership. https://lnkd.in/eGkzyGWF

Turnaround: Public School Choice and the Unlikely Story of New Orleans We're live! Join us

Join us tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. ET for a timely conversation on public school choice, equity, and the future of urban education. Co-hosted by the Progressive Policy Institute and The 74 Media, this virtual event will explore how New Orleans transformed its public education system after Hurricane Katrina—and what other cities can learn from that bold experiment. Speakers: 🔹 Curtis Valentine, Director, Future Learning Network, PPI 🔹 David Osborne, Director, Turnaround 🔹 Leslie Jacobs, Founder, Educate Now 🔹 Jerel Bryant, CEO, Collegiate Academies https://lnkd.in/eCcqF2V5

Diana Moss will testify tomorrow before the D.C. Council on the RESALE Amendment Act of 2025, which proposes to cap ticket resale prices and restrict transferability. Her testimony challenges the premise of the bill: rather than protecting consumers, these measures would entrench Live Nation-Ticketmaster’s dominance, reduce market competition, and limit options for fans. The resale market is the only meaningful check on the primary ticketing monopoly—and restricting it risks pushing fans back into high-fee, low-transparency systems. Policymakers should focus on curbing monopoly power in the live events industry, not regulating away its only competition. https://lnkd.in/e_THmNGQ