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The Green Card Backlog: A Wait that Lasts a Lifetime

Being patient is not so easy when awaiting a chance to live the American dream. Reforming the legal immigration system may just grant that opportunity to millions in the United States.

Recidivism Imprisons American Progress

The country’s high recidivism rate alone demonstrates that our prisons are as ineffective as they are inefficient, a sobering reality which calls for a reimagined criminal justice system.

An Automatic Solution: Voter Registration and the Oregon Model

America fails on measures of civic engagement. If policymakers hope to create an inclusive democracy, they must improve the accessibility of voting. Oregon pioneered one option: automatic voter registration.

The Oval Office Desperately Needs a Historian

Presidents already make decisions in consultation with economists, lawyers, scientists, and pollsters. Historians can draw upon the lessons of the past to craft solutions for current problems. They deserve a seat at the table too.

Beyond Foster Care

Mentorship is just one of many possible ways in which society can support young people who reach adulthood within the foster care system. This will take initiative on the parts of individuals and communities, with or without action from Congress.

A New Bread-and-Butter Politics

If Democrats desire to build a coalition that crosses the arbitrary lines fracturing American society and revitalizes a politics centering the everyday worries of working-class Americans, they must reimagine what bread-and-butter politics can be.

Looking at the Data for the 2021 NYC Mayoral Election

Which candidates are polling high in the Democratic primary? Who is donating to the candidates? This feature explores both polling and campaign finance data for the 2021 New York City mayoral election.

The 2021 New York City Mayoral Primary

After a hectic campaign season, HPR writers offer their insights on key candidates and issues in the 2021 New York City mayoral primary.

The Hidden Consequence of New York’s Tax Increase

People may dislike state and local tax increases due to the decrease in individual spendable income, but people should also consider the adverse economic and political effects of increasing taxes as well.

Lobstermen Protest Offshore Wind in the Gulf of Maine

“Everyone wants renewable energy,” Benner said to me. “But we feel there are better ways to do it than to experiment and take a chance on ruining something that’s good.”