Institutions don’t have courage. They have incentives.

Public trust in democratic institutions has dropped to historic lows, prompting electorates in major democracies to turn to “amateur” politicians w...

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When elected officials gain power, do they use it to provide more constituent service or affect policy? The answer informs debates over how legislator capacity, term limits, and institutional positio....

The Consequences of Elite Action Against Elections - Volume 55

The Consequences of Elite Action Against Elections - Volume 55

The public’s frustration with ‘politics as usual’ has led more political newcomers to win office. But amateurs are more likely to view bipartisanship as a concession, not a tool for advancing policy.

The public’s frustration with ‘politics as usual’ has led more political newcomers to win office. But amateurs are more likely to view bipartisanship as a concession, not a tool for advancing policy.

The public’s frustration with ‘politics as usual’ has led more political newcomers to win office. But amateurs are more likely to view bipartisanship as a concession, not a tool for advancing policy.

After accounting for money and incumbency the supposed electoral bonus for moderate candidates vanishes entirely.

Public trust in democratic institutions has dropped to historic lows, prompting electorates in major democracies to turn to “amateur” politicians w...