The Engine of Progress

"By nearly all measures, humanity is better off today than at any other time in history - but the path to this moment was anything but smooth. In this special issue, we examine the nature of progress: what nurtures it, what stifles it, and what we can do to shape it more deliberately in the years ahead."

"Inside, futurist Peter Leyden makes the case that we're entering a new Progressive Era. Boom Supersonic CEO Blake Scholl examines the role of government in creating enduring progress. And six fellows from the Roots of Progress Institute take us to ground zero of the modern progress movement: Progress Conference 2025. We hope you enjoy."

Humanity is materially and socially better off than at any previous time, though that progress unfolded unevenly and with setbacks. Progress emerges from factors that nurture or stifle innovation, institutions, policy, and collective action. Deliberate shaping of progress can improve outcomes in coming years. Observers argue a new Progressive Era may be beginning. Government policy can create conditions for enduring progress. Conferences and organized movements convene fellows and leaders to examine practical pathways forward, such as Progress Conference 2025, which focuses on grounding the modern progress movement and translating ideas into action.

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