Five Ways to Slander the Welfare State Five Ways to Slander the Welfare State
Research exaggerating the costs of social safety nets has been used for decades to launch unwarranted claims against government programs.
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / Peter H. Lindert
Putting Trust on the Agenda Putting Trust on the Agenda
Dozens of proposed laws might reduce the power of money and mischief in the political process. But will they help to restore confidence in government?
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / Mark Schmitt
Restoring Trust In Government: Not a Communications Problem Restoring Trust In Government: Not a Communications Problem
Finding the right “frame” will not magically change people’s attitudes about government. We must speaks to--and act on--our common goals.
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / Dianne Stewart
Is Participatory Rule-Making Possible? Is Participatory Rule-Making Possible?
By giving people a direct voice in shaping regulations, we can make agencies more responsive and accountable, and give citizens a direct stake in policy-making.
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / K. Sabeel Rahman
Why We Need Progressive Federalism Why We Need Progressive Federalism
The federal government has the unique ability, and thus responsibility, to set baselines for citizenship, economic security and market rules.
Mar 21, 2012 / Feature / Mike Konczal
Free Abdulelah Shaye Free Abdulelah Shaye
To its shame, the Obama administration continues to defend its role in the case of a jailed Yemeni journalist.
Mar 21, 2012 / Editorial / The Editors
Why the ACLU Is Wrong About ‘Citizens United’ Why the ACLU Is Wrong About ‘Citizens United’
A former ACLU attorney points out that corporate spending on political campaigns is not “free speech” deserving First Amendment protection.
Mar 21, 2012 / Editorial / Burt Neuborne
How to Rehouse the American Dream How to Rehouse the American Dream
Our car-dependent, suburban, homeowner culture is no longer affordable. An exhibit at MoMA examines what to do about it.
Mar 21, 2012 / Books & the Arts / Alex Ulam
Latino Support Versus Latino Access to ID For Voting Purposes Latino Support Versus Latino Access to ID For Voting Purposes
Discriminatory impacts rely more on whether people of color can access something than whether they support it.
Mar 21, 2012 / Voting Rights Watch / Brentin Mock
Progressive Caucus to Release ‘Budget for All’ Progressive Caucus to Release ‘Budget for All’
The plan will raise taxes on wealthy earners and corporations, while investing in job-creating measures and cutting defense.
Mar 21, 2012 / Blog / George Zornick