Ethan Blaine

Ethan Blaine

Education Finance Specialist
Ethan Blaine is a Public Sector expert in education and government. He offers comprehensive analysis of policies and initiatives in education funding, government grants for schools, and the role of government in shaping educational outcomes.
Shifting Government Spending Culture for Long-Term Value and Impact
Economic & Fiscal Shifting Government Spending Culture for Long-Term Value and Impact

The National Audit Office (NAO) recently published a report titled "Lessons learned: a planning and spending framework that enables long-term value for money," placing a strong emphasis on the need for a transformative shift in government spending practices to ensure enduring benefits.

CHCC Utility Rate Change to Save Hospital Millions, Improve Services
Public Services & Infrastructure CHCC Utility Rate Change to Save Hospital Millions, Improve Services

The House of Representatives has unanimously approved an amended Senate Bill 23-37, which reclassifies the Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. (CHCC) to pay commercial utility rates instead of the higher government rates. Initially co-authored by Senators Jude U. Hofschneider, Donald Manglona, and Corina

Canada Pushes for Unified Effort to Tackle Car Theft and Re-vinning
Public Services & Infrastructure Canada Pushes for Unified Effort to Tackle Car Theft and Re-vinning

In a bold move to address the escalating issue of car theft and the practice of "re-vinning," Canada’s federal transportation minister, Anita Anand, is rallying for a collective national effort. She calls for provinces and territories to close loopholes that allow criminals to re-sell s

Rachel Reeves' Economic Policies Criticized for Hindering Growth
Economic & Fiscal Rachel Reeves' Economic Policies Criticized for Hindering Growth

In the run-up to the Budget presentation, Rachel Reeves' performance and policies as Chancellor have come under intense scrutiny. Critics argue that her economic plans, specifically her intention to increase employers’ national insurance, could stymie economic growth rather than foster it. T

Iran Faces Economic Downturn with Rising Debt and Capital Flight
Economic & Fiscal Iran Faces Economic Downturn with Rising Debt and Capital Flight

Last year, Iran experienced notable economic growth sitting at a robust 5%, driven by increased oil exports and governmental spending initiatives. However, according to a forecast from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), this promising trend may be short-lived. The IMF is projecting a

Will Key Utility Races Determine Clean Energy's Future in America?
Public Services & Infrastructure Will Key Utility Races Determine Clean Energy's Future in America?

The upcoming Public Utility Commission (PUC) races in the United States are poised to play pivotal roles in determining the future trajectory of clean energy, fossil fuel dependency, and climate resilience. These often-overlooked elections could produce significant shifts in state and national

Transforming Osun: Tackling Local Governments' Infrastructural Gaps
Public Services & Infrastructure Transforming Osun: Tackling Local Governments' Infrastructural Gaps

Osun State, Nigeria, faces significant infrastructural deficits across its local governments, hindering its socioeconomic progress. These gaps affect essential services such as healthcare, education, transportation, power supply, water, sanitation, urban planning, and housing. This article delves

How Will Healthcare in Ukraine Improve with New International Aid?
Public Services & Infrastructure How Will Healthcare in Ukraine Improve with New International Aid?

As war continues to impact Ukraine, the need for robust healthcare services has never been more critical. Addressing this urgent requirement, a collaborative initiative has been launched by UNOPS, the government of Denmark, and the global healthcare company Novo Nordisk. This significant project

Can Global Economies Survive the High Debt and Low Growth Crisis?
Economic & Fiscal Can Global Economies Survive the High Debt and Low Growth Crisis?

The imminent financial troubles faced by global economies, as highlighted by the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, are deeply rooted in widespread fiscal irresponsibility. The primary subject of analysis is the daunting economic outlook marked by high p

Revitalizing Canada's Economy: Tax Reform and Investment Incentives Needed
Government Revitalizing Canada's Economy: Tax Reform and Investment Incentives Needed

Canada is facing a profound economic challenge. With stagnant per capita income levels and widening wealth gaps compared to the United States, the urgency to implement strategic economic reforms has never been more critical. Fundamentally, underperformance in private sector investment and

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