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Should the Government Shutdown Threaten Food Benefits for 42 Million Americans?

The federal government entered a shutdown on October 1, 2025, after Congress missed its September 30 deadline to pass new…

Debating the Supreme Court Shadow Docket: Fast Rulings, Little Explanation, Big Consequences

The Supreme Court has two ways of doing business. Most Americans know the first: the merits docket. This is where…

The Debate Over Trump’s Proposed $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

On September 19, 2025, the Trump administration signed a presidential proclamation that imposed a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa…

The Case for Ending Quarterly Earnings Reports

For more than 50 years, quarterly earnings reports have set the rhythm of American capitalism. Every 90 days, publicly traded…

Is the National Security Council Too Powerful?

Deep within the White House, just steps from the Oval Office, lies the National Security Council. Officially, it serves as…

Should the Department of Defense Become the Department of War Again?

Former President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have proposed renaming the Department of Defense back to its historical…

When Should Taxpayers Own Pieces of American Companies?

The federal government owns more American businesses than most people realize. From the mail carrier who visits your home daily…

Should Federal Judges Serve Until Death?

At the heart of American government is a judiciary designed to operate independently from political pressure. This independence stems from…