Outside the Beltway

Our present-day politics reminds us that the “unfinished work” of democracy is never fully complete.  

Senator Mike Lee helps us understand what he means by “a republic, not a democracy.”

The gradual population shift from blue states to red continues.

Steven is a guest on Michael Bailey’s podcast.

It’s good to be king.

This one should come with a warning label (especially as it cuts both ways)

It certainly isn’t how the US Constitution functions.

White Christian nationalism and the fight for control of America.

Would bypassing politicians altogether make the system more just?

Can American democracy survive its information bubbles?

This will just reinforce minority rule in the US.

The role of American political institutions.

Barbados provides an illustration of a frequently misunderstood concept.

The erosion of representativeness continues.

The saga continues.

Yet another reminder about pathologies of US democracy.

What meanings might the Founders have had? How should we understand the term?

I couldn’t help myself.

For a change not by me.

A reference point for the future.

The Strzok hearing provides a return to this timeworn favorite.

And a little Electoral College for good measure.

Be clear on what one is defending.

Concepts, basic applications, and even a bibliography! Merry Festivus, everyone.

The history of the DREAM Act underscores the significance of the 60-vote Senate.

More on the whole “republic not a democracy” discussion.

An oft-abused phrase.