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.
7 Important Issues Facing the US this Fall
Editorial 7 Important Issues Facing the US this Fall

While the COVID-19 pandemic is at least to some extent a concern of the past, Americans seem to be heading toward more turmoil this fall. The domino effect of the healthcare crisis made other crises either emerge or grow in prominence. In recent months, people in the US and abroad have witnessed a

Department of Labor Proposal Could Give Gig Workers Employee Status
Editorial Department of Labor Proposal Could Give Gig Workers Employee Status

The Biden Administration released a proposed rule, indicating its intention to issue a formal regulation that would redefine how employers classify workers. Under the current Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act rule, workers that are “economically d

Why US-China Tensions Are Growing
Editorial Why US-China Tensions Are Growing

Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine and the pandemic changed the world’s definition of normal. Not only is this new conflict in Europe destabilizing the entire region, but it is also impacting the global economy and provoking a massive increase in inflation rates everywhere. Moreover, according to the C

Global Challenges Fueled by the War in Ukraine
Editorial Global Challenges Fueled by the War in Ukraine

Policymakers in the US and abroad are struggling to contain the ripple effects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, while also fighting against what remains of the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences, i.e. inflation and supply chain issues. With environmental challenges also threatening m

Compliance Training: What It Is and Why It Is Important
Editorial Compliance Training: What It Is and Why It Is Important

In today’s business world, compliance training is a given. It is the single most important tool for ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and it is required by law.  In a rapidly changing and complicated regulatory world, it’s more important than ever to develop a solid business plan that stri

Has the UK Government Lost the Confidence of Its Citizens?
Editorial Has the UK Government Lost the Confidence of Its Citizens?

It is a turbulent time for the British government. The relations between the UK’s political leadership and its citizens have been contentious for the past two years. From the mishandling of the pandemic to the Christmas parties at 10 Downing Street, residents are starting to lose faith in their g

Why Current Attacks Herald Serious Gaza Strip Conflict
Editorial Why Current Attacks Herald Serious Gaza Strip Conflict

The number of civilian casualties is on the rise in what came to be known as the most serious conflict in the Gaza Strip since 2014. Fighting between Israelis and Palestinians continues, as United Nations (UN) experts voice their concerns about the possibility of a “full-scale war” erupting in the r

Vaccine Skepticism Could Come at a High Cost
Editorial Vaccine Skepticism Could Come at a High Cost

According to a recent study , 1 in 3 Americans stated they will definitely or probably refuse the COVID-19 vaccine, but how will their decision impact the future of others? While scientists hope that the number of those who ultimately decide to get vaccinated will be enough to achieve herd

Escaping the COVID-19 pandemic can life return to normal in 2021
Editorial Escaping the COVID-19 pandemic can life return to normal in 2021

It has been more than a year since the COVID-19 pandemic started to reshape everyday life as we knew it. In the US alone, more than 500,000 people have died as a consequence of the pandemic. The virus went on to infect 111,878,487 people worldwide and kill as many as 2,478,131, according to the

Social Media Use During Protests. A Thing of the Past?
Editorial Social Media Use During Protests. A Thing of the Past?

The storming of the United States Capitol rocked the world news to its core, but while the riot seemed an unthinkable event for everyone watching, recent information shows it might have been brewing for some time on social media. Online platforms are often used by protesters around the world as a

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