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“Government Efficiency,” You Say? AEI Scholars Have Ideas

American Enterprise Institute

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Nov 13, 2024

“Government Efficiency,” You Say? AEI Scholars Have Ideas

James Pethokoukis at American Enterprise Institute writes that the newly announced Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, will act as an external consulting group to the Trump White House, aiming to provide recommendations to streamline government operations by July 4, 2026.

The commentary argues that Washington policymakers should examine actionable proposals for improving healthcare, Social Security, and tax reform. These policies emphasize market incentives, fiscal responsibility, and economic growth, as discussed in the AEI report "A Balanced Plan for Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth."

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2024 U.S. Elections

Trump gained some minority voters, but the GOP is hardly a multiracial coalition

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Nov 12, 2024

Trump gained some minority voters, but the GOP is hardly a multiracial coalition

Leans Left

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2024 U.S. Elections

The presidential debate accomplished more for Harris than it did for Trump

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Sep 11, 2024

The presidential debate accomplished more for Harris than it did for Trump

Leans Left

Commentary

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2024 U.S. Elections

In Tied Presidential Race, Harris and Trump Have Contrasting Strengths, Weaknesses

Pew Research Center

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Sep 9, 2024

In Tied Presidential Race, Harris and Trump Have Contrasting Strengths, Weaknesses

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2024 U.S. Elections

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Are convention delegates bound to their presidential candidate?

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Jul 11, 2024

Are convention delegates bound to their presidential candidate?

Elaine Kamarck at Brookings argues that President Biden's poor debate performance against Trump has raised doubts about his ability to lead, prompting questions about the delegates' role in deciding nominations.
The article examines the history of delegate roles in U.S. party conventions, noting that although modern delegates are typically bound by primary results, under certain circumstances, they may exercise more independent decision-making.

Leans Left

Commentary

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2024 U.S. Elections

Shaping NATO’s Future: 5 Key Priorities for Washington to Build on After the 75th NATO Summit

Center for American Progress

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Jul 11, 2024

Shaping NATO’s Future: 5 Key Priorities for Washington to Build on After the 75th NATO Summit

Robert Benson at Center for American Progress writes that the 75th NATO Summit underscored the urgency of paving a clear membership path for Ukraine and strengthening Eastern Europe's defenses against Russian aggression, marking vital steps for the alliance's future.
The column asserts that Washington must ensure all NATO members meet their defense spending commitments and enhance cybersecurity to tackle sophisticated threats, while also expanding NATO’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific region to counter China’s growing military assertiveness.

Progressive

Policy Analysis

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U.S. Military & Defense

Trump v. US: With Great Power Comes Great Immunity

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Jul 11, 2024

Trump v. US: With Great Power Comes Great Immunity

Gene Healy at Cato Institute argues that Chief Justice John Roberts' ruling in Trump v. United States introduces broad presidential immunities, raising concerns about unchecked executive power and "legislating from the bench."
The article asserts that these new immunities could pave the way for presidential recklessness, with critics like Healy and Justice Sonia Sotomayor highlighting the lack of constitutional basis and potential abuse of power by future presidents.

Libertarian

Commentary

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U.S. Government & Politics

Russia Is a Strategic Spoiler in the Indo-Pacific

RAND Corporation

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Jul 11, 2024

Russia Is a Strategic Spoiler in the Indo-Pacific

Derek Grossman at RAND Corporation writes that Russia continues to play a significant role in the Indo-Pacific, forging strategic partnerships with China, North Korea, and Vietnam to counter U.S. influence and distract from its invasion of Ukraine.
The article asserts that while Russia's influence lags behind China and the U.S., it remains capable of promoting anti-Western interests and destabilizing the regional order, drawing nations toward nonalignment rather than a Cold War–style bloc standoff.

Center

Commentary

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International Affairs

A Cosmopolitan Case against World Government

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Jul 9, 2024

A Cosmopolitan Case against World Government

Ilya Somin at Cato Institute argues that supporting globalization and opposing world government are not contradictory positions because a world government could worsen voter ignorance, hinder foot voting, and potentially spiral into catastrophic authoritarianism.
The article asserts that world government is unnecessary for solving global issues and could suppress beneficial diversity and competition between nations. Instead, voluntary cooperation among major powers can address international challenges effectively.

Libertarian

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U.S. Government & Politics

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