When 1+1+1 Doesn’t Add Up
Conflating testing and evaluation with education standards threatens Common Core.
Politics, Law, and Presidential Power
Disputes about the limits of executive power cannot be productively resolved by appeals to the Constitution.
Week in Review
President Obama proclaims the week National Health Center Week,
the CFPB issues its first consumer advisory on virtual currencies, and more…
Achieving Procedural Fairness in Black Lung Benefits Hearings
Black lung disease is increasing, but fewer miners can successfully claim benefits.
Regulating the Settler-in-Chief
When it comes to brokering settlements, presidential power may need to be regulated.
GAO Advises Congress on Climate Change
Official from oversight agency recommends greater effort to protect federal facilities from climate change damage.
It’s Time to Make Rulemaking Really Transparent on Agency Websites
Regulatory agencies should do more to make information about proposed rules more accessible.
Week in Review
The mayor of Toledo lifts the city’s drinking water ban, the FDA plans to begin regulating lab test devices, and more…
Failure Should Spark Creativity, Not Caution, in Economic Development
A cautious approach to policy failure may impede the ultimate success of development programs.
Will a Proposed E-Cigarette Rule Adequately Protect Youth?
The FDA recently proposed a rule on e-cigarettes, but critics claim key protections are still needed.
Two Cheers for Industry Self-Governance
Better analysis can reveal the conditions under which self-regulation works well for society.
Long-awaited Money Market Regulatory Reform Falls Short
The SEC’s new money market rule may actually increase the run risk for some funds.