mpgoedeMay 16, 20243 min readRestructuring our Social System: A Step in the Right Direction, but IsolatedRestructuring our Social System: A Step in the Right Direction, but Isolated May 16, 2024 On my way from one of my remote workplaces to...
mpgoedeMay 15, 20242 min readThe Curse of Being VisionaryThe Curse of Being Visionary May 15, 2024 Recently, I had a heated argument with a colleague who is a friend. Towards the end, she...
mpgoedeMay 14, 20241 min readDebt Troubles: Contrasting Approaches in the Netherlands and CuraçaoDebt Troubles: Contrasting Approaches in the Netherlands and Curaçao May 14, 2024 In her article for Vrij Nederland, Karin...
mpgoedeMay 13, 20241 min readAccelerating the Energy Transition for Future Generations Accelerating the Energy Transition for Future Generations May 12, 2024 Tim de Jong's article in VN starts with a stark observation: KLM,...
mpgoedeMay 11, 20242 min readDissent is FriendshipDissent is Friendship May 10, 2024 Dissent, disagreement, and exchanging opposing viewpoints are the cornerstones of a healthy democracy....
mpgoedeMay 11, 20242 min readDissent is FriendshipDissent is Friendship May 10, 2024 Dissent, disagreement, and lively debates are the lifeblood of democracy. They keep us sharp, they...
mpgoedeMay 8, 20241 min readThe Rise of 'Algoracism'The Rise of 'Algoracism' May 8, 2024 I had never heard of it: "Algoracism". But in an interview by Tom Grosfeld with Professor Mark...
mpgoedeMay 7, 20241 min readRediscovering Moral AmbitionRediscovering Moral Ambition May 6, 2024 I'm almost finished with Bregman's book. He talks about moral ambition, arguing that much talent...
mpgoedeMay 7, 20241 min readFacing Challenges TogetherFacing Challenges Together May 7, 2024 As I sit here, early in the morning, thoughts about work are interrupted. First, by the news that...
mpgoedeMay 5, 20241 min readReflecting on Freedom DayReflecting on Freedom Day May 5, 2024 It is May 5th, 3014. It is Liberation Day or Day of Freedom. At the very least, we are reflecting...
mpgoedeMay 4, 20241 min readData Drought: The Elusive 2023 CensusData Drought: The Elusive 2023 Census May 4, 2024 In 2023, finally, one or three years later, the census that was supposed to be held...
mpgoedeMay 3, 20242 min readMay 1st: A Fading UnionMay 1st: A Fading Union May 3, 2024 It's May 2, and I am writing this. As I do every year, I had prepared myself to follow the May 1st...
mpgoedeMay 2, 20241 min readThe Challenges of Modern RomanceThe Challenges of Modern Romance May 2, 2024 It's well-known that an increasing number of people are choosing to live their lives as...
mpgoedeMay 1, 20241 min readThe Challenge of ImplementationThe Challenge of Implementation May 1, 2024 In governance and innovation, the gap between planning and execution often seems...
mpgoedeApr 29, 20241 min readThe Urgency of Prompt Payment: A Crucial Step Towards Economic GrowthThe Urgency of Prompt Payment: A Crucial Step Towards Economic Growth April 30, 2024 For years, our economy has been struggling, and even...
mpgoedeApr 28, 20242 min readSocial System is Undergoing a Major OverhaulSocial System is Undergoing a Major Overhaul April 29, 2024 Today, it was announced, and now it is in the newspapers: our social...
mpgoedeApr 28, 20243 min readThe Face of Ignorance: Dissent is DemocracyThe Face of Ignorance: Dissent is Democracy April 28, 2024 In a previous discussion, I expounded on the difficulties encountered by many...
mpgoedeApr 27, 20241 min readReflections on "Blikjes rapen voor beginners"Reflections on "Blikjes rapen voor beginners" April 26, 2024 In his article "Blikjes rapen voor beginners" in Vrij Nederland, Jan van...
mpgoedeApr 27, 20242 min readChoices and Consequences: A Tale of Two Sons of CuraçaoChoices and Consequences: A Tale of Two Sons of Curaçao April 27, 2024 Yesterday, two sons of Curaçao made headlines around the world....
mpgoedeApr 24, 20242 min readRethinking Mental Healthcare in the Age of DemocracyRethinking Mental Healthcare in the Age of Democracy April 25, 2024 Mental health is a global concern, and Marieke Buijs, in her article...
