What’s the Point of Primaries?
The whole idea that we have a right to pick a party's nominees has gotten a bit out of hand.
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The Influence of a Few: There’s Been a Rapid Rise in the Number of Super PACs Controlled by Single Donors
Super PACS that get nearly all of their money from one donor quadrupled their share of overall fundraising in 2014.
Do the Categories of Democrat and Republican Reflect American Values?
Just because you fall outside the two ideologies we consider mainstream doesn't mean your political positions aren't logical, reasoned, and consistent.
The Psychology and the Politics of Nightclub Surveillance Video
Research shows that “feeling safe” is highly subjective.
The Rise of the Lobbyists
Lobbyists are more pervasive than ever in Washington, but are they more effective?
Are We Talking Enough About the Black Middle Class?
When it comes to racial inequality, most of the political conversation centers on black poverty. But this ignores a segment of black America that has attained some measure of success and is being held back from achieving more.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Survey Leader for Barack Obama’s Campaign Still Helping Progressive Politicians
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.
What the Passover Story Teaches Us About Voting Behavior
Ancient Israelites and modern voters want to know what you've done for them lately.
The Fantastical Flaws of Arizona’s New ‘Reverse’ Abortion Law
A new law that forces doctors to give their patients misinformation about an untested procedure is just the latest example of how anti-choice restrictions undermine evidence-based medical care. It’s long past time to stop taking abortion opponents’ hypocritical claims of concern for “patient safety” seriously.