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The Role of Political Parties in Helping Presidents Lead Government

The Role of Political Parties in Helping Presidents Lead Government

Legal scholar examines how modern political parties help presidents oversee federal agencies.

Using the Constitution to Promote Renewable Energy

Using the Constitution to Promote Renewable Energy

Legal scholars argue that the Constitution requires states to consider regional energy needs.

Rowhouse Heat

Rowhouse Heat

Applying DOE’s proposed energy efficiency standard to furnaces in rowhouses would be counterproductive.

Week in Review

Week in Review

The Supreme Court issues decisions on same-sex marriage and healthcare reform, Senators hold hearings on concept of regulatory budget, and more…

How Cooperation Between Telecom Firms Can Improve Efficiency

How Cooperation Between Telecom Firms Can Improve Efficiency

Scholar argues that cooperation and competition can co-exist in the European telecom industry.

Response to Disclosurites

Response to Disclosurites

The authors respond to RegBlog commentators and call for the end of “useless” disclosure requirements.

Mistaking the Symptom for the Disease

Mistaking the Symptom for the Disease

Disclosure is not a substitute for regulations that protect consumers.

Mandated Disclosure May Have Flaws, But It Still Has Value

Mandated Disclosure May Have Flaws, But It Still Has Value

Scholar highlights some of the successes of mandatory disclosure policies.

Week in Review

Week in Review

U.S. Senators introduce bill requiring cost analyses of agency regulations, the FDA takes steps to remove trans fat from processed foods, and more…

Defending Disclosure

Defending Disclosure

Scholar challenges the claim that mandatory disclosure is a failure.

Information Overload and Mandatory Securities Regulation Disclosure

Information Overload and Mandatory Securities Regulation Disclosure

Arming the public with the right information is good for securities markets, but information overload is not.