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November 20, 2023
Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling
No One Wants to Be in Congress Anymore
Ongoing dysfunction is pushing several lawmakers to retirement.
May 18, 2018
Alex Shephard
The Farm Bill Is Everything That’s Wrong With Congress
Dysfunction? Check. Cynicism? Check. Bad policies that will make Americans less healthy and safe? Check.
May 2, 2010
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Tory Magic
December 10, 2009
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The Tax Code Gets A Carbon Audit
December 9, 2009
David Jackson
Talking the Talk, Failing the Walk
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