Since February 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been without Congressionally approved funding. What is causing the funding gap? How long are actual wait times? What will break the logjam? Read our new brief to find out --> https://t.co/D677NGvm8e
What are your rights when you protest and where do they stop? Protest is a core part of American democracy. It allows people to gather, speak out, and push for change. But that right isn’t unlimited. Read the full brief here ---> https://t.co/qGXXqKsfj2
Is Congress really “broken”?
Our latest brief dives into legislative productivity from the 100th to the 118th Congress, separating major laws from ceremonial and technical bills to see what the raw numbers miss.
The decline is real… but is it as dramatic as headlines suggest?
How are Democrats and Republicans communicating about the 2025 government shutdown?
Our new brief analyzes their messaging and what it reveals about Congress’s approach to the ongoing stalemate.
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What happens inside federal agencies during a government shutdown?
A new CRS report answers key questions—covering shutdown planning, employee furloughs, and how operations restart once funding resumes.
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As the 2025 government shutdown enters its fourth week, members of Congress are telling two different stories.
Our brief on Thursday breaks down how each side is shaping the narrative.
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Curious about the rise of political polarization?
Read our brief on how the American electorate has shifted over 30 years and what it means for democracy.
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New survey shows rising partisan negativity: both major parties now view the other as dishonest and closed-minded. Frustration with the two-party system and desire for more options are growing.
Read more from @Pew Research.
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Over the past 30 years, the American electorate has become more polarized.
This Thursday's brief explores what polarization looks like, how public opinion has shifted, and the potential consequences for American democracy.
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Want to understand how nonpartisan redistricting shapes elections?
Click to read our brief on how 20+ states draw legislative districts and the impact on election outcomes. https://t.co/NOA99xo3RS
State legislatures traditionally handle redistricting, but some states use commissions.
These can have primary, advisory, or backup roles, depending on the state.
Explore how different systems shape legislative maps. https://t.co/uuEFEBosNM
Over 20 states use nonpartisan or bipartisan processes to draw legislative districts.
This Thursday's brief explores how these systems work, the types of districts they create, and the effects on election outcomes.
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Curious how gerrymandering shapes politics?
Click to read our brief on how districts are drawn, the impact on representation, and why ending the practice is so challenging.
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