Rigorous, evidence-based analysis of the political forces shaping America and the world.
With the Senate narrowly divided, five battleground states — Pennsylvania, Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, and Wisconsin — will determine which party holds the majority. This report examines polling trends, fundraising data, candidate profiles, and historical voting patterns in each race.
Read More →The transatlantic alliance faces unprecedented strain as member states debate defense spending commitments, the pace of expansion, and how to address China's growing influence without diluting the alliance's original purpose.
Read More →Despite broad public support for comprehensive reform, partisan incentives continue to block legislative progress. We analyze the political dynamics keeping immigration policy in limbo and the real-world impact on border communities and the labor market.
Read More →America's pivot to the Indo-Pacific involves complex trade negotiations, military basing agreements, and diplomatic balancing acts. This report maps the strategy's key components and assesses its viability against China's regional ambitions.
Read More →Calls to reform or abolish the legislative filibuster have intensified, but the 60-vote threshold retains defenders on both sides. We examine the historical evolution of the filibuster and the political arithmetic of potential reform.
Read More →Primary season turnout figures offer early signals about voter enthusiasm and demographic shifts. This analysis compares 2026 primary participation against historical benchmarks across key states.
Read More →Control over energy resources and supply chains has become a central axis of great-power competition. We analyze how energy policy intersects with sanctions regimes, alliance structures, and domestic political pressures.
Read More →The current Supreme Court term features cases spanning executive power, regulatory authority, and civil liberties. This preview breaks down the docket and assesses potential outcomes and their political ramifications.
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