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A virtual DNC means Milwaukee loses revenue — and more
by
Erika Beras
Aug 17, 2020
The city was expecting 50,000 visitors. Only a few hundred will actually turn up.
How lobbying and regulation can worsen inequality, according to one political science professor
by
David Brancaccio
, Rose Conlon
and Erika Soderstrom
Aug 13, 2020
Steven Teles wants to arm legislators with more research staff so they can push back when lobbyists fight institutional change.
Why do political parties still hold conventions? (Hint: $$$)
Jul 16, 2020
They can juice local economies. They can also juice campaign coffers.
People still leaving California for Texas despite COVID-19 surge
by
Andy Uhler
Jun 26, 2020
The reasons for relocation include the lower cost of living, bigger houses for less money and more conservative politics.
Paul Krugman on why "zombie" economic ideas should stay dead
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
Jan 29, 2020
Nobel-winning economist Paul Krugman on why some bad ideas just won't die.
Limited election security funds pose risk for 2020
Dec 19, 2019
Some members of Congress want to include more funding for election security in the next federal spending bill, due on Dec. 20.
Candidates are hoping you'll buy their rhetoric — as well as their merchandise
Oct 7, 2019
Hats, tees, totes and hoodies are big business in political fundraising. More and more, the same salesmanship is being applied to policies.
For public good, not for profit.
Understanding Trump's unprecedented international business entanglements
by
Liz Sanchez
and Kimberly Adams
Jun 6, 2019
The Center for Responsive Politics reports on the president's business interests across 30 countries.
Business is getting personal as values take over the workplace
Jun 3, 2019
From meat-free corporate culture to climate activism, personal beliefs are moving front and center in the professional world.
Social media, elections and fake news: India edition
Apr 5, 2019
As national elections approach, voters are being targeted with fake news on WhatsApp.