The Grand Canyon and the Limits of the Law
Peter Schuck’s book illustrates how the law is an important, though imperfect, tool in preserving natural phenomenon.
The Success of Failure
An appreciation of Peter Schuck’s recent book cataloguing government failures.
Does Government Really “Fail” That Often?
Peter Schuck’s new book should be lauded for its breadth, but questioned for its tone of desperation.
Because It’s Hard
Government fails at times precisely because it is tasked with solving society’s most difficult problems.
Week in Review
President Obama announces executive actions aimed at strengthening gun control measures, the U.S. House passes dual regulatory bills, and more…
The Coming of the Regulatory Budget
Regulatory expert highlights the “second most important institutional feature of the regulatory state.”
If It Doesn’t Work, Maybe Someone Wants It That Way
When American government fails, it is typically because an interested group did not want it to succeed.
The Elusive Quest for Government “Success”
Peter Schuck’s book explains why government fails, raising the question of whether it can ever truly succeed.
Understanding Government Failure
To create better solutions to today’s problems, policymakers must analyze government’s successes and failures.
Is Government Prone to Fail?
Peter H. Schuck’s recent book analyzes the effectiveness of federal domestic policies in the United States.
Digital Copyright Reaches the Supreme Court (Perhaps)
Authors Guild seeks SCOTUS review of copyright case against Google.
Week in Review
President Obama signs legislation concerning the production of microbeads, the FCC proposes a rule to enhance phone access for hearing-impaired individuals, and more…