In many countries, business groups and special interests have greater access to decision-makers than average…
The growing influence of lobbyists in Washington DC.
As the influence of lobbyists has grown in Washington DC, so too has their access…
Why young people are disengaging from politics.
With the “once in a generation” generational change that people have been referring to, politics…
The rise of special interest groups in American politics.
In U.S. politics, there has been a dramatic rise in the number of special interest…
The changing demographics of the American electorate.
This article provides an overview of how demographics are changing the American electorate. Demographics play…
How America’s geography has shaped its politics.
In the United States, our political system is famously gridlocked. A large number of policy…
The impact of voter apathy on American elections.
Voter turnout is one of the most significant factors affecting a country’s election outcome. When…
Racial profiling by the police in America.
Racial profiling, also known as racial bias or street profiling, is the practice of targeting…
Income inequality in America.
Income inequality is an economic, social and moral issue that has gained increased attention in…
The battle for the middle-class in America.
The American middle-class is shrinking and income inequality is growing. The percentage of adults who…