Amid China’s intensified aggression, the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act highlights America’s commitment to Taiwan’s self-defense.
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The People’s Response Act: Can We Reimagine Public Safety?
Most Americans do not expect the criminal justice system to prevent crime and ensure a fair administration of justice. If we want to build safer communities and trust in our justice system, the People’s Response Act offers a way forward.
The Self-Limiting Senate
In a political era known for its partisanship and substandard bills, to argue that complex Senate rules produce the opposite is nonsensical.
America Needs a New Progressive Era to Restore Democracy
Americans can draw inspiration from Progressive-Era activism to resolve the paralysis and inequity of our politics and guarantee democratic legitimacy.
Congress, the Time Is NOW! We Need National Paid Family Leave
Through paid family leave, the FAMILY Act would promote economic security, race and gender equality, and create a more level playing field for businesses.
Sinking Into Debt: Can Congress Move Quickly Enough To Save Puerto Rico?
With over $72 billion in debt, Puerto Rico is in the midst of a battle in Congress and the courts to help bring relief to its 3 million U.S. citizens.
May It Please the Court … but Mostly the Senate
Justice Scalia’s recent passing has created a political hailstorm, bringing the Supreme Court into the heat of electoral primary politics.
Can Paul Ryan Restore Order to the Budget Process?
While Congress struggles to accomplish its basic budgetary responsibilities, longer-term structural issues are pushed aside. If Boehner couldn’t clean up the process, how can Paul Ryan?
All Politics Is Local: Senatorial Power, the Farm Bill, and Catfish
While national trends point towards nationalized, homogeneous parties, the farm bill demonstrates that politics remains about the district and its interests.