Is Voter Turnoff Inviting a Progressive Rollback?
Recent events in California foreshadow what can happen in a progressive state when voters don’t vote and corporate interests are able to put their representatives in power.
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To Primary or to Caucus?
What states get when they decide to hold a primary instead of a caucus—and why it matters so much.
The Next Clinton Campaign
The campaign can matter, and Hillary Clinton has already won the parts where it does.
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.
Yes, Extremists Can Get Elected President
It will be hard for someone like Ted Cruz to earn his party's nomination. But if he does, he'll have a decent chance at winning the White House.
Making Voting Harder Is a Time-Honored American Tradition
Understanding Oregon's new voter registration law and how big of a departure it is.
Will the Supreme Court Allow Legislators to Dilute Voting Power?
Arizona’s state legislature is unhappy about losing the ability to draw district lines, which has resulted in a major lawsuit. What will the Supreme Court say, and will its decision call into question a host of other electoral reforms?
The Fight Over Plastic Grocery Bags
A rare ballot referendum in California aims to keep the state from banning free, single-use bags. Why the challenge? Where California goes, the conventional wisdom has it, so goes the nation, particularly when it comes to the environment.
The Strengths and Weaknesses of Interviews in Political Coverage
Actually talking to voters can be invaluable. It can also lead you to believe things that are completely wrong.