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A Win for Delawareans: Offshore Wind Approval Sent Back to DNREC
One Delaware homeowner took on a state agency—and won. South Bethany resident Edward Bintz challenged DNREC's approval process for the controversial US Wind offshore wind project. In a 5–1 vote, Delaware's Environmental Appeals Board ordered the agency to reconsider its decision, giving Delawareans another opportunity to review the project and make their voices heard. It's a victory for citizen involvement and government accountability.
Michelle Parsons, M.D., CRI Board Chair
21 hours ago3 min read


AI in the Classroom: Will It Transform Delaware Education?
As AI enters Delaware classrooms, educators face an important question: Is it helping students learn or doing the thinking for them? CRI examines the benefits, risks, and need for statewide safeguards that protect critical thinking, independent learning, and student privacy.
Nancy Mercante, Director, Center for Education Policy
2 days ago6 min read


Want More Doctors in Rural Delaware? Train Them Here.
Delaware needs more doctors, especially in Kent and Sussex counties—but simply sending more Delaware students to medical school won’t solve the shortage. The real opportunity comes after medical school: residency training. Physicians are more likely to practice where they complete their residencies, build professional networks, and become part of the community. If Delaware wants more doctors practicing in rural Delaware, the answer may be simple: train more doctors there.


CRI Heads to Court Over US Wind Permits
CRI and other plaintiffs are heading to Delaware Superior Court to challenge DNREC’s approval of permits for the US Wind Maryland Offshore Wind Project. The case raises questions about the public review process, potential impacts to Delaware’s beaches and dunes, and how the project was handled under state law. CRI argues Delawareans deserve transparency and the opportunity to review information used before decisions affecting the state’s coastline are made.
Michelle Parsons, M.D., CRI Board Chair
Sep 272 min read
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