Who Pays for the City?
What growing up in Guadalajara taught me about externalities, the gap between rules and reality, and the people who bear the costs of city life.
In times of political turmoil, I remember why I'm here
A personal reflection on becoming an American citizen, democratic participation, and the civic ideals behind belonging.
From Sierras to Policy: A Journey into Externalities
From volunteering in rural Michoacán to studying economics and development: a reflection on field experience, institutions, and externalities.
The Creative Process: Expanding Human Potential
An essay on attention, experience, inquiry, and the conditions that shape the creative process.
The War on Drugs: Unintended Consequences
A policy commentary examining prohibition, incentives, and the unintended consequences of the war on drugs.
Reflections on Power, Existence, and Love
A personal essay on power, meaning, awareness, and the possibilities of individual action.
Moving through LA - challenges to sustainability
A bicycle journey through Los Angeles, reflecting on mobility, public space, and the infrastructure shaping everyday choices.