My read of the memorandum between Iran and the USA looks like something that might finally begin to solve some of the thornier problems in the Middle East.

https://open.substack.com/pub/billhulet/p/my-hot-take-on-the-iranus-memorandum?r=4ot1q2&showWelcomeOnShare=true

TL;DR: Gov owns a private company -> no regulation, gov wants the company to be very profitable. Having a public competitor -> we regulate its competitors heavily, and ensure the tech is made/used (as) ethically (as possible).

Though Schneier seems un-opposed to doing both to various degrees. He seems very excited about Sovereign AI.

Race, religion and wealth loom over Ohio’s fierce race for governor.

The 1946 babies — Trump, Bush and Clinton — are leaving a rancid political legacy.

https://archive.is/20260602184731/https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-06-02/in-deep-blue-california-frustration-with-democratic-status-quo-fuels-governor-la-mayor-race

We've had a federal committee to coordinate between election officials historically, but its formation is at least 6 months late this year.