The unitary executive theory rests on a misinformed reading of the Constitution and the Founders’ understanding of presidential power.

A new report makes a nuanced case for what post-secondary graduates need to get ahead. Founded in 1969, the Washington Monthly is an independent media organization based in Washington, D.C. Our ...

A new report makes the case for multiple paths after high school—and shows where education and workforce systems still need ...

Defenders of democracy breathed a sigh of relief this week after the Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration’s effort to restrict vote by mail this fall. An executive order signed by President ...

A proposed settlement would give Visa and Mastercard's duopoly a free pass, and deliver no relief on swipe fees.

Campaign spending data from party-affiliated committees show that Democrats are playing offense in some surprising places.

Campaign spending data from party-affiliated committees show that Democrats are playing offense in some surprising places.

Vote-at-home pioneers Phil Keisling and Barbara Smith Warner weigh in on the long-term impacts of Trump’s campaign against vote by mail.

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Discouraging surveys and a semi-illiterate president notwithstanding, reports of the death of reading are exaggerated. Founded in 1969, the Washington Monthly is an independent media organization ...

One in five voters who supported Donald Trump in 2024 now regrets their vote. Inflation and war are their biggest complaints.

Discouraging surveys and a semi-illiterate president notwithstanding, reports of the death of reading are exaggerated.