The Unhealthy Return to Individual Responsibility in Health Policy
The Republicans’ ACA replacement plan espouses individual responsibility—a naïve and ill-advised approach to healthcare reform.
Regulating International Cyberwarfare
Expert proposes approach to determine the optimal regulatory framework for cyberwar.
Week in Review
Senate passes budget resolution aimed at beginning repeal of Affordable Care Act, Senate confirmation hearings for Cabinet appointees begin, and more…
New Climate Resilience Report Emphasizes Cross-Sector Collaboration
The Obama Administration releases report on opportunities to enhance nation’s climate resilience.
Under Trump, AT&T-Time Warner Merger Hangs in the Balance
Despite optimism about the future for the $85.4 billion deal, a new report claims Trump remains opposed to the merger.
Improving Regulatory Analysis at Independent Agencies
Independent agencies should adopt four key analytical standards.
Improving the Process of Making Rules at Independent Agencies
Following certain procedural steps will strengthen independent agencies’ rulemaking processes.
Week in Review
President-elect Trump announces his pick for SEC Chair, the House passes the Midnight Rule Relief Act, and more…
The Future of the Education Department’s Power to Cancel Student Loan Debt
The Department only seems to use its compromise power in a very narrow set of cases, but there are signs that the zeitgeist may be shifting.
The Dark Side of Departmental Discretion
New regulations governing student debt leave too much power concentrated with Education officials.
Even for Defrauded Students, Debt Relief is Rarely Granted
Reluctance by Education officials to exercise their debt cancellation powers unfairly punishes students.
Student Loans Should Not Fund the Department of Education
Federal officials should reorient themselves around students’ best interests instead of departmental budgets.