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With the United States facing more global threats than perhaps at any time since the end of World War II, The Ripon Forum caught up with House Foreign Affairs Chairman Michael McCaul to get his read on these threats and the steps he believes Congress should take to confront them.
Protecting Our Kids from Social Media
Online platforms must be responsible for the content provided to our youth and tools must be in place to prevent harm.
The Role of NASA in the Age of Elon Musk
The private sector is playing an increasingly important role in space exploration. But the federal government still has a mission to perform, as well.
Conservatives Must Seize the Opportunity to Lead on Education. Here’s How…
Democrats have fumbled their lead on education. But outside of school choice, Republicans have put forward few solutions to fill the policy vacuum.
Everyday Freedom: Designing the Framework for a Flourishing Society
In his latest book, good government expert Philip Howard argues that America is facing a bigger problem than mere bureaucratic dysfunction.
The Obesity Epidemic: What Americans Can Do
What will it take to solve the obesity crisis — increased personal responsibility or policy, systems, and environmental changes?
The Illegal Immigration Election
The crisis at the southern border has given the OP an opportunity to show they can make a difference. Will they wait until next year to do so?
If it’s hard keeping up with the Foreign Affairs Chairman, it’s because the world is on fire, and he’s trying to keep things from burning out of control.
Russia’s Crimean Gambit: Ten Years after the Invasion
Hindsight is 20/20, but the warning signs were visible from the start of Ukraine’s independence that Russia was not reconciled to this realignment.
NATO At 75: Can Europe Defend Itself Without U.S. Support?
America’s transatlantic allies have responded to recent threats with unity and a recommitment to defense. But can they go it alone?
The Prospects for Peace in Ukraine
Two years into the war between Ukraine and Russia, the chance of a negotiated settlement appear as elusive as the declaration of victory by either side.
Debate
Obamacare Has Been a Success, and It’s Just the Start
In the nearly 14 years since the Affordable Care Act was passed, we’ve seen dozens of legislative attempts to repeal it—all to no avail.
Debate
Obamacare has Three Key Failings and Needs To be Reformed
To fix Obamacare, it’s important to first take stock of its three key failings.
Ripon Profile of Lori Chavez-DeRemer
Lori Chavez-DeRemer explains why she doesn’t view compromise as a dirty word.
National Security and Civil Liberties: The Legislative Challenge
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