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Valuing Democratic Governance

Valuing Democratic Governance

Verkuil offers a compelling argument for reshaping the bureaucracy, but the odds of adoption are slim.

The Growing Gap in the Rule of Law

The Growing Gap in the Rule of Law

Effective administration of public programs is becoming unmoored from the rule of law.

“Deep State” Claims and Professional Government

“Deep State” Claims and Professional Government

Recent research casts doubt on the existence of a conspiracy by civil servants against the President.

Why Government Professionals Matter

Why Government Professionals Matter

The key to improving government is to strengthening—and valuing—excellence in the civil service.

Valuing Professional Government

Valuing Professional Government

Scholars and government professionals review new book by former Chair of the Administrative Conference of the United States.

The Ideological Battle Over Regulating Paid Family Leave

The Ideological Battle Over Regulating Paid Family Leave

Debate about paid family leave revolves around three very different proposals.

Improve Regulation, Do Not Repeal It

Improve Regulation, Do Not Repeal It

The deregulatory agenda should be replaced with a regulatory improvement agenda.

Why Mediation Needs Regulation

Why Mediation Needs Regulation

Mediation should be regulated for the good of the public, argues legal scholar.

Scrutinizing Deference to Administrative Agencies

Scrutinizing Deference to Administrative Agencies

Scholar evaluates arguments for scaling back deference doctrines in light of renewed interest in reform.

Yams v. Sweet Potatoes

Yams v. Sweet Potatoes

Thanksgiving offers chance to explore scientific and regulatory distinctions in popular holiday fare.

Fight Over Fowl Livers Continues in California

Fight Over Fowl Livers Continues in California

A federal appellate court decision could send foie gras off the menu—again.

All Hands on Deck for Cybercrime Regulation

All Hands on Deck for Cybercrime Regulation

Scholar analyzes how traditional police regulation must change in the face of cybercrime.