Policy by the People

Experiments across the world have tried to remove politicians themselves from decision-making. And they’ve worked—well, kind of.

By Ethan Porter

Spring 2026, No. 80 – 12 MIN READ

The Prerogative to Pardon

As with everything else, Donald Trump is pushing the pardon process to the breaking point. Can it be salvaged?

By Liz Oyer

Spring 2026, No. 80 – 12 MIN READ

Playing for Keeps

People forget that Nevada, purple today, was once a pretty bright shade of red. Then Harry Reid came along.

By Joan Walsh

Spring 2026, No. 80 – 21 MIN READ

Why Not for Black People?

The United States government has in fact recompensed injured groups in the past. So why won’t it do it for Black Americans?

By Victor Ray

Spring 2026, No. 80 – 11 MIN READ