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Midterms: Political Groundhog Day

Elections alone cannot repair a governing structure whose incentives no longer produce functional governance.

Oct 26, 2026

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The New Grand Bargain Project

America's challenges are entangled. That's the whole problem, and it's an opportunity.

Sep 30, 2026

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The Housing for the 21st Century Act 

America’s housing crisis isn’t just a “housing” issue; it’s an economic mobility issue.

Feb 8, 2026

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The Participation Problem: Why Generation Z Doesn’t Show Up To Vote

Generation Z – adults aged 18-29 – represented by far the lowest turnout in the 2024 election, with only around 20 million voting despite more than double that number being eligible.

Sep 16, 2025

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A New Political Home for Independent Americans

In a recent conversation with Lura Forcum, President at the Independent Center, it became clear just how much thought and purpose is driving this quiet movement. From voter education to future electoral influence, the Independent Center is carving out space for independents to belong and lead.

Apr 22, 2025

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The Promise and Reality of Economic Mobility

If economic mobility is so critical to national prosperity, why has it become so elusive? And how do we shift from talking about the problem

Mar 6, 2025

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Why Civility is Not Enough

For years, civility has been promoted as the answer to America’s deepening divisions.

Feb 21, 2025

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Can the Grand Bargain Help Reduce the National Debt?

Can the aspirations we have tested with Americans be translated into policies that, taken together, stabilize the debt relative to the economy? Jeff’s analysis suggests they can.

Oct 15, 2026

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The Guise of Our Divide

Americans see one another in a strikingly different way than in any other country, the Pew Research Center recently reported.

May 31, 2026

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Policy First: The Rise of the Independent Voter

For Independents, it’s not about reinventing the entire legislative process – it’s about re-designing the incentives and the system so that they work to benefit the American people.

Jan 20, 2026

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The Silent Crisis: How America’s Rural and Small-Town Communities Are Being Left Behind

When communities struggle, the economy weakens, workforce shortages increase, and political divides deepen. If leaders continue to ignore these issues, the long-term consequences will be severe.

Jun 26, 2025

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Budgets Reflect Priorities

Smart budgeting isn’t about reducing numbers on a spreadsheet for a single fiscal year it’s about building the conditions for long-term growth

Mar 20, 2025

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The Hidden Cost of Legislative Silos: Why America Needs Holistic Reform

America’s laws often function in isolation, crafted to address specific problems but rarely designed to work together.

Feb 21, 2025

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The Cost of Gridlock: What America Stands to Lose

Gridlock in Washington often feels like political business as usual. But beyond the headlines and finger-pointing lies a sobering reality: i

Feb 21, 2025

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The Science & Psychology of a Grand Bargain

Why Americans can agree on a diverse legislative package even when they disagree over its individual parts

Oct 13, 2026

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The Democracy Industry Isn’t Working

As funding and activity surge, trust, performance, and legitimacy continue to decline. A growing field has learned how to manage crisis, but not how to solve it.

Apr 27, 2026

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Why a Grand Bargain Launchpad

To uplift the aspirations of the American people and identify a roadmap that could achieve them.

Oct 30, 2025

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A Different Vision for America: Restoring Stability in a Time of Uncertainty

America, much like our universe, has always been a nation in motion. It has weathered crises, conflicts, and economic upheavals, yet through the lens of history, the country maintains a sense of forward momentum.

May 8, 2025

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From Independence to Interdependence: A Grand Bargain for America

As individuals grow from childhood dependence to adult independence, true maturity comes when we recognize that we are stronger when we work together

Mar 14, 2025

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Rethinking Healthcare: Affordable, Accessible, and Effective for All

Why does the U.S. spend more on healthcare than any other developed nation, yet struggle with lower life expectancy, higher costs, and limited access?

Feb 21, 2025

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