Synopsis: We can time travel to the past to understand how we got to where we are today. But the past doesn’t dictate the future - not anymore. So we have to look forward. The decisions we make today will guarantee that the world of 2041 is cleaner, safer, and more equitable than 2021.

Do Better Better essays help you build mental models and ask questions about our changing world — for yourself, your family, and your business.

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