Depending on the state, a vacant U.S. Senate seat could be filled via appointment or special election. Here’s why that matters.
Tag Archives: public policy
OK Fine, Let’s Talk About the Vaccine Mandates
Putting the new vaccine mandates in context.
A Big (and Needed) Boost to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The Biden administration announced a historic increase to SNAP. Here’s what that means.
Policy Grab Bag: 3 Ways to Make Our Democracy More Representative
Three changes we can make to improve the way our democracy reflects the people: ranked choice voting, multi-member districts, and a national popular vote for president.
What Joe Manchin Wants To Do About Voting
A look at Sen. Manchin’s memo on voting and election legislation, and why Democrats should consider it.
An Explainer on the American Families Plan’s Pay-fors (with Charts)
How the White House proposes we pay for massive investments in child care, education, paid family leave, and more.
Illinois’ Local Government Tangle
A case study of local governments in Illinois.
When Sheriffs & Local Law Enforcement Intersect with Immigration
The different ways cooperation with ICE is incentivized or coerced, why this relationship is harmful, and changes we should consider.
It’s Time for Public Banks
Public banks and the holes they can fill.
How Public Utilities Commissions Can Impact You (Now & Later)
What they are, when we notice them, and how they can help in reaching a clean energy grid.
The 101 Policy Corner 