Surprisingly, Democrats—not Republicans—will be calling for a shutdown this year
Each year, Congress must reach agreement, in some form, on 12 separate bills that provide the funding for…
Democracy and policy: Reimagining a global democratic future
At this pivotal moment in history, democracies face unprecedented challenges with global strains of democratic backsliding and a…
What history tells us about the 2026 midterm elections
Since reentering the White House in January, President Trump has enjoyed the support of narrow but unified Republican…
Assessing privacy risks in the White House’s private health tracking system
On July 30, the White House announced a public-private partnership to build a digital health ecosystem that weaves…
Climate change is an urgent but often overlooked education policy issue
The United States is facing a dual crisis in declining educational outcomes and escalating climate impacts. Student achievement…
What harsh immigration policies mean for students, families, and schools
The Supreme Court affirmed in Plyler v. Doe (1982) that children have a right to public education regardless…
How different states are approaching AI
It is no surprise that nations are embracing and legislating artificial intelligence. At last count, 54 countries’ governments,…
What do American immigrants think of the Trump administration’s policies?
Trump’s sweeping immigration crackdown amid mass deportation raids, immigration protests, and a slew of judicial rulings on the birthright…
What to make of the Trump administration’s AI Action Plan
Last week, the Trump administration revealed its AI Action Plan. President Donald Trump first directed high-level officials to…
Americans are changing their minds about Trump’s immigration policies
For the past two decades, as public discontent has risen, elected leaders in Washington have failed either to…
Trump’s immigration policies may threaten American AI leadership
In June 2024, during his presidential campaign, President Donald Trump joined venture capitalist David Sacks and Jason Calacanis…