David Stasavage shows democratic practices were present in many places, at many other times, from the Americas before European conquest, to ancient Mesopotamia, to precolonial Africa.
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I Hereby Censure the Censure
It’s time that we censure the whole idea of censure. It’s consuming the precious time and money of our local governments.
What Have We Become?
The big fish who orchestrated the Jan 6th riot are again launching a preemptive strike against those who can get in the way of their desired outcome.
PODCAST: Building Better Bureaucracy
Jennifer Pahlka is the author of Recoding America: Why Government Is Failing in the Digital Age and How We Can Do Better.
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Gold Bars And The Menendez Democratic Party
Do you believe the Democratic Party when it says it offers something sweeter than the vitriol and racist rhetoric of the Republicans?
PODCAST: Why Republicans Stuck With Trump
Miller’s book is a reflection on both his own past work for the Republican Party and the contortions of his former peers in the GOP establishment.
Africa’s Francophone Spring?
Just like during the 1970s, coups in Africa have become trendy again. And I mean “trendy”: many human actions are more contagious than we give them credit for.
Bend it like Oregon
Californians’ exodus to places like Bend, Oregon, showcases rapid growth fueled by affordability, good schools, and a high quality of life.
Good Riddance to Senator Romney
Utah’s political landscape suffered a great misfortune recently as well-tolerated oligarch Mitt Romney announced he won’t be seeking reelection.