The Psychological Seesaw of God and Country
New research suggests that when faith in government decreases, belief in an all-powerful deity rises.
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Hey America, Government Doesn’t Suck
Hating government and dismissing its work force as incompetent has become second nature, much to the chagrin of a work force that doesn't share those opinions.
Fedflix Popularizes Uncle Sam’s Video Collection
Even with rocket ships and cuddly critters on the screen no one comes to federal movie night. But a privately run effort is flicking open the door to the movie trove.
Environmental Justice Comes Back to Life
After a decade stored away in the basement of the White House, a new commitment to rooting out toxic messes dumped on poor communities has begun.
Ten Ways the Feds Are Leading the Green Charge
How exactly is the U.S. federal government leading by example on reducing greenhouse gas emissions? A collection of reports lists a zillion specific items, from double-sided printing to thousands of solar panels.
K Street and the Status Quo
An unprecedented 10-year study's surprising verdict: The real outcome of most lobbying is ... nothing. Until the right party or person comes to power.
Clean Energy and the U.S. Handicap: One Man’s Story
On-again, off-again federal support cripples emerging industries in the United States, America's pre-eminent wind energy pioneer believes.
White House Signs Up for White Roofs
The U.S. government opts takes an easy step toward reducing — in a small way — global warming and energy use.
Oil Spill Outlines the Limits of Government
If Americans don't want the dubious comforts of a full-fledged nanny state, then they can't come running for comprehensive succor when some milk, or oil, spills.
Italian Purple People Protest Berlusconi the Bombastic
Tens of thousands of 'Purple People' — named after the traditional color of Italian mourning — march in Rome to protest a legendarily bombastic, allegedly corrupt prime minister. Is the country finally ready to say basta?