Research and commentary

Climate & Energy When public participation strengthens—and weakens—democratic governance

Raymond La Raja, Robert Saldin

February 20, 2026

Courts & Law The Courts and Congress Index: Measuring the relationship between the two branches

Russell Wheeler, Kathryn Dunn Tenpas, Tracy Viselli, Adelle Patten

February 18, 2026

Campaigns & Elections Does President Trump have the authority to ‘nationalize’ voting?

William A. Galston

February 11, 2026

Congress Can ICE cost Republicans the Senate?

Elaine Kamarck

February 4, 2026

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