The raison d’etre of Opportunity.us is to further enhance and maintain equality of opportunity in the United States. Undergirding equality of opportunity are what we’d like to call “capability factors” – or in other words, the building blocks of success. These are the foundations of any successful society –rule of law, infrastructure, public health, education,… Read more »

When most people hear about the importance of maintaining a strong naval presence, they probably immediately picture aircraft carriers launching fighter jets and nimble destroyers darting across the waves. But the United States Navy is much more than a platform for defense. Quietly, our Navy enables the majority of international waterborne trade. Indeed, it’s likely… Read more »

Election 2016 left many Americans confused and unsettled. Dominated by divisive rhetoric, the election saw the rise of anger-fueled voters, too often turning out to vote against a candidate rather than for a candidate. Unsurprisingly, this phenomenon has left voters concerned that they will not have a voice under whichever administration holds the keys to 1600… Read more »