The Legislative Process: A Comedy of Errors In the hallowed halls of Congress, where democracy is said to thrive, lies … More
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Cracking the Code: Understanding Lobbying Rules and Influence Peddling
Lobbying Disclosure Act: Understanding the Rules of Influence Peddling The Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) is a federal law that requires … More
Trade Policy: A Satirical Take on the Art of Negotiation
Trade Policy: A Satirical Take on the Art of Negotiation As trade tensions continue to escalate between the United States … More
The Importance of Oversight: How Congress Investigates the Executive Branch
The executive branch of the United States government is one of the most powerful entities in the world. It consists … More
Political Polarization: The Costly Price of Administrative Gridlock
Administrative Costs: The Hidden Expense of Political Polarization As political polarization continues to rise in the United States, many Americans … More
Unethical Behavior in Congress Raises Concerns About Conflicts of Interest and Insider Trading
In the world of politics, ethics violations are unfortunately not uncommon. Recently, a number of Congress members have come under … More
Political Affiliations: A Hemingway-style Look at Congress
Political Affiliations: A Hemingway-style Look at Congress In Ernest Hemingway’s novel, “The Old Man and the Sea,” the main character … More
Reapportionment: The Critical Political Process That Shapes Congress for a Decade
William Shakespeare once said, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” In today’s political … More
The Progressive Caucus: Leading the Charge for Socially and Economically Just Policies in Congress
The Progressive Caucus is a coalition of progressive members of Congress who work together to promote socially and economically just … More
Executive Privilege: The Power Struggle Between Confidentiality and Accountability
Executive Privilege: An Overview of Its History and Application Since the founding of the United States, there has been a … More