We’re on the Brink of a New Era of Political Reform
Dissatisfaction with the status quo reveals that this is the time when political possibilities expand—but also when we should be careful.
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What We Should Take Away From the Midterms
New America's Political Reform team discusses the ways, big and small, that this week's elections reflect important trends in U.S. politics.
Considering the Costs of Open Government Information
Before we decide that it's case closed in favor of open government information, Lee Drutman says we should be open to considering its costs.
Trump’s Rise Didn’t Come out of Nowhere
Lee Drutman writes on the past, present, and future of America's political realignment.
Funny Shapes Aren’t the Problem with American Voting
Gerrymandering isn’t the real issue. Lee Drutman explains what is.
Can Unlimited Contributions to Parties Really Reduce Polarization?
Ideological polarization has prevented American politics from functioning properly, but is strengthening political parties a solution?
When Business Gets Political Podcast
Corporations are the dominant actors in Washington. Of the 100 organizations that spend the most on lobbying, 95 represent business.
What Comcast’s Failed Merger Tells Us About Corporate Lobbying
The more money you spend on lobbying, the better, right? Comcast's failed merger gives a different answer.