Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If Black Lives Matter Never Formed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Black Lives Matter movement never coalesced, dramatically altering the trajectory of racial justice activism, police reform efforts, and American social politics in the 21st century.
What If Blockchain Technology Never Developed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where blockchain technology was never invented, altering the trajectory of digital currencies, decentralized applications, and the broader technological landscape of the 21st century.
What If Boeing Remained Headquartered in Seattle?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Boeing never relocated its headquarters from Seattle to Chicago in 2001, potentially altering the company's corporate culture, Pacific Northwest economy, and the trajectory of American aerospace manufacturing.
What If Boise Had Implemented Comprehensive Growth Management in 2010?
Exploring how Boise, Idaho might have developed if it had implemented a comprehensive growth management framework a decade before its housing affordability crisis, creating a more sustainable and equitable development pattern.
What If Boise Managed Its Growth Differently During Its Population Boom?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Boise, Idaho implemented more proactive urban planning, affordable housing measures, and infrastructure development during its explosive growth period from 2010-2023.
What If Boston's Big Dig Project Was Completed On Time and On Budget?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Boston's massive infrastructure project avoided cost overruns and delays, potentially transforming urban planning, infrastructure development, and Boston's economic trajectory.