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Why Ending the Filibuster Won't End Gridlock
At a time of factional divides, a divisive and high-stakes bare-majoritarian regime will shift conflict from between the parties to within them.
Feb 12
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Robert Showah
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Grover Cleveland's Comeback
Within four years after the ex-president returned to office his party lost Congress, the presidency and the states for a generation.
Feb 2
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Robert Showah
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The Left's Ruby Ridge Moment
Amid the ICE raids, the left needs to resurrect its skepticism of federal power.
Jan 20
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Robert Showah
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Cooperative Federalism Is Not Federalism
Policy built on ‘If you don’t, we will’ isn’t empowering states.
Jan 8
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Robert Showah
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Most Americans Distrust The Feds And Say They Are Too Powerful
Meanwhile, political leaders and the media embolden central power by insisting more disputes be nationalized.
Dec 18, 2025
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Robert Showah
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