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Decisive Caution | Guest Insight
In Ukraine, President Biden has thus far passed the test. But greater challenges for American leadership lie ahead.…
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Are We a Republic? | Focus
The concept of republicanism, flattened by rhetoric and partisanship, deserves a revival.…
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The Disease of Medical Lobbying | Insight
America doesn’t have enough doctors, but it doesn’t do us any good to point and stare without getting to the root of the problem.…
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Author Thomas J. Main | Focus Interviews
Today, we’re joined by Professor Thomas J. Main to discuss his recently released book, The Rise of Illiberalism.…
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Cougars or Duplexes: Which Are Scarier? | Insight
Last year, we thought California had killed single-family zoning. But this Bay Area enclave would rather have mountain lions than new homes.…
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Capital on the Hill | Insight
As congressional staffers vent about poor wages and working conditions, it’s worth considering what happens when public servants are poorly compensated.…
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The Rules of Law | Insight
The January 6th convictions aren’t quite on target yet. But by going for symbols of the insurrection, they’re on the right track.…
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A Democracy of the Deserving | Focus
It’s taken for granted that meritocracy makes sense. But it might actually damage democracy in the long term.…
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83 Year Old Man Quits Job | Insight
Stephen Breyer is retiring from the Supreme Court. For Democrats, it’s a win. For democracy, it’s harder to say.…
