One of the challenges for sub-Saharan Africa is that markets are of modest size. This makes regional integration important.

An empowered public is the foundation for a stronger society, more effective government, and a more successful state.

When I consider a problem, it is now instinctive for me to think about the institutions involved, the authorizing environment, possible coalitions, likely opposition, implementation, legal issues, resource dimensions, communications - and how the problem fits into a stream of other issues.

The most effective executive branch officials try to help legislators develop explanations for the votes they are being asked to take.