Commentary
Across Civitas Outlook and the broader media landscape, our scholars provide timely insights into issues of national significance.
Under Zohran Mamdani, the Jewish Exodus from New York Is Likely to Accelerate
The city is already undergoing a demographic sea-change. The Democrat’s hipster socialism is a rejection of everything that made it great
Students from China Are Essential for America
An appropriately curated student visa policy in vital research fields like AI and quantum can combine careful risk management with common sense. The benefits to the U.S. will last for generations.
Content
AI and the Future of Society and Economy
Large language and generative AI models like ChatGPT are the equivalent of the first automobiles: fun to play with, somewhat unreliable, and maybe a little dangerous. But over time, the lesson for will be clear: Who Learns Fastest, Wins.
Automated Detection of Emotion in Central Bank Communication: A Warning
Can LLMs help us better understand the role of emotion in central bank communication?
National Poll from Civitas Institute: Americans Concerned About AI, Economic Issues
The Civitas Institute Poll, conducted from March 11-20, 2025, asked 1,200 Americans an array of questions about how things are going in the country.
Defending Technological Dynamism & the Freedom to Innovate in the Age of AI
Human flourishing, economic growth, and geopolitical resilience requires innovation—especially in artificial intelligence.
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The Battle to Lead The Democratic Party
It’s Not Easy, but We Can All Learn to Think like Adam Smith
Los Angeles Has Fallen
Class Warfare, LA Style
LA Riots Reflect Failure of Progressive Leadership
Trump Should Be Thanking Leonard Leo and the Federalist Society, Not Waging War