Author Archive
Oversight
Targeted Spending
Public outrage over Citizens United has made some corporate political spending radioactive.
Oversight
Even in face of public opposition, lawmakers defend earmarks
Some members of Congress insist on having their say in exactly who gets federal funding.
Oversight
A Voting Victory
The long-overdue MOVE Act could serve as a model for future election reforms.
Features
Identity Crisis
DHS chief Janet Napolitano treads a fine line between security and privacy in the push to get federal ID programs off the ground.
Oversight
Talking Points
Campaign committees are increasingly weighing in on policy issues as well as elections.
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Features
Down for the Count
Shifting demographics coupled with a decade of budget and management woes have put the 2010 census on shaky ground.
Management
Watchdogs Won't Be Chained
The trend toward fiscal oversight could outlast the current bailout spending.
Oversight
Minnesota Is No Florida
Thanks to Minnesota’s transparent recount process and thorough planning, the Coleman-Franken controversy isn't likely to become a crisis.
Oversight
War on pork-barrel spending moves to Obama era
Old battlers against congressional earmarks, including John McCain, vow to renew their efforts.
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Defense
CDC chief puts agency in overdrive
As the first woman to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Julie Gerberding is racing to prepare her agency for the next public health crisis.
News