National Government
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Effective Lawmaking: How Power Has Shifted in the Last Quarter Century
Alan Wiseman on Effective Lawmaking There are 535 members of Congress who attempt to pass legislation on behalf of their constituents. However, not all members have the same chance at passing laws, with much of the true power held in the hands of the few. Until the 1990s, House committee… Read MoreJan. 19, 2022
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WATCH: Why local governments seem more effective than federal counterparts
While national lawmakers are often seen drawing party lines and taking sides, local and regional governments across the nation can typically come to solutions more quickly and easily. A group of former and current municipal leaders came together in a virtual discussion on Nov. 3 to talk about how… Read MoreNov. 3, 2021