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Transgender women athletes banned from Olympics by new IOC policy on female eligibility
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday which aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on women’s sports ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Transgender women banned from Olympics by new IOC policy
The new policy limits eligibility in women’s events to biological females based on genetic screening beginning at the 2028 Games.
International Olympic Committee announces new Policy on the Protection of the Female (Women’s) Category in Olympic Sport
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new Policy on the Protection of the Female (Women’s) Category in Olympic Sport and Guiding Considerations for International Federations and Sports Governing Bodies.
Tom Brady says he's asked NFL about potential comeback: 'They don't like that idea very much'
Tom Brady has asked the NFL about its policy of allowing minority owners to return as players, but he has no plans on returning the field, he told CNBC.
CPAC convention underway in Grapevine
The Conservative Political Action Conference convention is underway in Grapevine as grassroots activists across the world discuss policy ideas. Participants...
Group floats ‘Medicare by Choice’ as a Democratic health care alternative
A coalition of former congressional staffers and federal health leaders is putting forward a health care policy proposal around which it hopes Democrats will coalesce ahead of the 2028 campaign, a …
Casey Means' surgeon general nomination is stalled
The nomination has languished despite ongoing efforts from the White House and Make America Healthy Again activists, revealing how intractable rifts over health policy can be even when Congress has shown deference to President Donald Trump.
Casey Means' surgeon general nomination is stalled
The nomination has languished despite ongoing efforts from the White House and Make America Healthy Again activists, revealing how intractable rifts over health policy can be even when Congress has shown deference to President Donald Trump.
READY, SET, IMPLEMENT! Lifelines in Crisis: Prioritizing Women’s, Children’s, and Adolescents’ Health in Humanitarian, Conflict and Climate-affected Settings
This dialogue is part of PMNCH’s Ready, Set, Influence series, bringing together policymakers, humanitarian leaders, donors, and grassroots experts. The webinar will focus on accelerating the implementation of health commitments within humanitarian affairs, specifically focusing on the need for integrated, rights-based health services that remain resilient in the face of conflict, disaster and climate events.
Five insights from the second year of the D.C. Policy Center’s quarterly Business Sentiments Survey.
Five insights from the second year of the D.C. Policy Center’s quarterly Business Sentiments Survey. - D.C. Policy Center
Trump to name Zuckerberg, Ellison, Huang to tech panel, WSJ reports
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to appoint Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Oracle Executive Chairman Larry Ellison and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to a panel that weighs in on AI policy and other issues, WSJ reported on Wednesday
Is Trumpism dead?
Right-wing populists say that Trump has embraced George W. Bush’s foreign policy. They’re half right.
Health care costs in Colorado will grow under federal policy, patient advocates say
Health care providers in Colorado expressed anxiety around high health care costs as a result of the Trump administration’s policies.
ICE presence rising at Michigan health care facilities, rights groups say
The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center and the ACLU of Michigan have sent guidance to more than 400 hospitals and providers in the state to outline law enforcement changes to ‘sensitive locations’ policy.
LIVE: NASA’s plan for science and discovery
NASA leaders discuss its implementation of the National Space Policy and the agency’s plans to advance science and discovery.
Diagnosis for 3.23.26: Checking the pulse of Florida health care news and policy
Health care battles intensify as key bills advance
World Athletics Expands Air Quality Monitoring, But Can Sports Fill Global South’s Data Void?
The walk coordinators carried portable air quality sensors, logging particulate matter (PM)2.5 (fine particles) and PM10 (coarse particles), nitrogen dioxide
Carbonsphere launches for carbon science and net-zero solutions
Tsinghua University Press is pleased to announce the launch of Carbonsphere, a new open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to carbon science, technology, and policy. Sponsored by Qinghai University and Tsinghua University and published by Tsinghua University Press, the journal creates a new interdisciplinary platform for research spanning natural systems, engineered systems, and human systems.
San Antonio 2026 Teen Mental Health Survey now open
Teenagers can share their experience with mental health in an ongoing survey meant to inform city policy.
Supreme Court to scrutinize former policy of turning away asylum seekers at southern border
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will consider the legality of a policy championed by President Donald Trump during his first term that prevented scores of migrants arriving at the southern border from starting the process of applying for asylum.
Dark money pours into Massachusetts politics
WBUR found a rise of dark money groups trying to sway local elections and influence policy. The nonprofits can raise and spend unlimited money from undisclosed donors. Watchdogs warn about their growing influence on Massachusetts politics.
Hochul pushes environmental review reforms amid state budget negotiations
Hochul has touted the policy as a key element of her affordability agenda.
Fed’s Powell Lauds Volcker Record in Face of Political Pressure
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Saturday lauded the policy record of the late Fed Chair Paul Volcker, who raised interest rates and sparked a recession to tame the high inflation that took off during the 1970s.
Striking Down Pentagon Press Limits, Judge Vindicates Independent Journalism
The ruling cut deeper than left-versus-right politics, declaring that the policy imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is unconstitutional.
Seattle business out $10K after burglary, owner blames SPD alarm policy
A Ballard business owner is out thousands of dollars after someone forced their way inside, and she says she feels little support from the city or police.
Judge sides with New York Times in challenge to Pentagon policy limiting reporters’ access
A federal judge agreed Friday to block the Trump administration from enforcing a policy limiting news reporters’ access to the Pentagon, agreeing with The New York Times that key portions of the new rules are unlawful.
Pentagon policy limiting independent press access is unlawful, judge rules
A federal judge on Friday voided various parts of a restrictive press policy rolled out by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last year, ruling that they trampled on the constitutional rights of reporters who seek to cover the US military from within its sprawling headquarters.
Pete Hegseth's Christian rhetoric reignites scrutiny after the U.S. goes to war with Iran
Hegseth has pushed policy changes that reflect his Christian views, including a revamp of the military chaplain corps.
Evaluating the science behind nutrition
Evidence Center director touts multidisciplinary focus for new discoveries at national food policy conference.
Trump’s global agenda flies into domestic headwinds
Even as US President Donald Trump calls for international support for the war in Iran, within the US there are dissenting voices, as not everyone is convinced that war is the answer. What is clear is that domestic factors will increasingly limit Trump’s foreign policy and diplomatic engagement. Academic Derek Grossman discusses the issue.
US Health Department official signals progress on selecting new CDC head
The top CDC job has been filled by acting directors since Trump fired then-director Susan Monarez last August, after she objected to Kennedy's proposed vaccine policy changes.
Recap: CCST Science & Technology Week 2026 - California Council on Science & Technology (CCST)
CCST’s 9th annual Science & Technology Week brought together policy leaders, science and technology experts, CCST champions, and our incredible network of partner institutions to discuss some of the state’s biggest challenges and opportunities
Tariffs and Mitigating Actions: Focus on the Business Law Section Report with Participation of the International Section and Real Property Law Section - New York State Bar Association
The Business Law Section presents this report on tariff policy developments since February 2025. IEEPA-based tariffs have imposed rates of 10% to 50% on nearly all trading partners. Litigants have challenged the asserted authority for these tariffs in federal court, with an appellate decision invalidating that authority now on appeal before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Kennedy’s vaccine agenda takes a major blow
A court ruling on Monday dealt a heavy blow to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s efforts to transform America’s vaccine policy, just as the White House is reportedly…
Researchers surveyed by STAT detail the scientific and personal toll of grant cuts: ‘This can't be how it ends’
STAT interviews with 30 respondents brought the unmistakably human impacts of federal science policy into sharp focus. Here are three of those stories.
Forum on harnessing Artificial Intelligence for health equity
Register to this forumOver the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly evolved in complexity, performance, and utility. Its integration across a wide range of industrial sectors has accelerated, with healthcare emerging as one of the most transformative sectors. In this sector, AI has enabled high-impact applications – from enhancing the speed and accuracy of disease diagnosis and supporting clinical decision-making, to strengthening public health initiatives such as disease surveillance and workforce optimization. Moreover, AI holds immense potential to empower individuals, enabling them to take greater control of their personal health and well-being. Yet the central question remains: Who benefits, who is at risk, and do these innovations close or widen health inequities? While the potential of AI-enabled applications is substantial, many countries have approached their adoption with caution. This hesitancy stems from concerns about risks and benefits, including model bias, data breaches, privacy violations, and the erosion of professional skills due to over-reliance on AI. Additional barriers include inadequate data infrastructure and a lack of robust evidence on the most effective forms and interfaces of AI to enhance service delivery and system performance. Moreover, the rapid rise of Generative AI has introduced a heightened urgency for the development of comprehensive governance and ethical frameworks. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Health Practice Team and Digital Sector, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific, are convening the Forum on Harnessing AI for Health Equity on 25–26 March at ADB Headquarters. Senior health officials from 16 developing member countries (DMCs), alongside leading researchers, innovators, and policymakers from across Asia and the Pacific, will engage in discussions on how AI can be governed, financed, and scaled to deliver healthier lives for all. The forum is funded through the High-Level Technology Fund with support from the Government of Japan. Objectives The two-day forum aims to:Identify high-impact, evidence-based health AI use cases suitable for resource-constrained settings and map out a pipeline for potential supportIntroduce and validate the WHO's policy guidance on minimum necessary ecosystem for countries and institutions to self-assess readiness for AI adoptionObtain initial commitment from participating stakeholders to join a pilot regional initiative focused on data/model sharing for a priority health challengeEndorse a prioritized set of actionable policy recommendations focusing on governance, regulation, and sustainable financing necessary to scale high-impact health AI use cases in resource-constrained settings Target participants The forum will convene participants from 16 ADB DMCs including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mongolia, Nepal, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Viet Nam. In addition, health system leaders and practitioners, private sector technologists, academic experts, representatives from civil society organizations, development partners, and philanthropic institutions engaged in AI for Health from Australia, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Republic of Korea will also be invited. SessionsDay 1 (25 March)Session 1: AI Use Cases for the Care Continuum: Improving Access and QualitySession 2: Adopting a risk-based approach for AI use case prioritizationSession 3: Establishing the Minimum Ecosystem for Implementation Risk ManagementSession 4: Future-Ready Health Workforce: Building Competency for Human-AI CollaborationDay 2 (26 March)Session 5: The Political Economy of AI in Health: Understanding Stakeholder Interests and their Impact on EquitySession 6: AI and Health Financing: Supporting Fair Coverage and ProtectionSession 7: AI Regulation and Oversight: Pathways for Different RealitiesSession 8: The Way Forward – Building Alliances and Regional Partnership How to registerThe forum will be held in a hybrid format. In-person attendance is by invitation only, while livestreaming of the forum will be available to the public. To register, please complete this form on or before 24 March 2026.Event organizers / partnersAsian Development Bank (ADB)WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific High-Level Technology Fund (HLTF)ContactAkihito WatabeHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDawatabe@adb.org Jae Kyoun KimHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDjkkim@adb.org
Should Congress Increase Taxes on Sports Betting?
Introduction Sports betting has skyrocketed in the United States since a 2018 Supreme Court ruling nullified a 1992 federal law that had prohibited sports gambling in all but a few states. Americans wagered $7 billion on sports in 2018 and a staggering $167 billion in 2025—a nearly 24-fold increase. The rise of sports-betting apps has … Continued
Youth Mental Health Action Lab: Leveraging First Spouses to Drive Change
First Spouses and state policy teams from across the country convened in Asheville, North Carolina on March 9–10 for NGA’s Youth Mental Health Action Lab, marking the kickoff of NGA’s 2026 Youth Mental Health initiative. Building on work NGA has supported since 2022, sessions explored the landscape of the youth mental health crisis, emerging best […]
Advancing Technology Innovation through the Rural Health Transformation Program
States are using the $50B Rural Health Transformation Program to expand telehealth, strengthen health IT systems, and pilot AI-driven innovations in rural care.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
Federal Reserve policymakers chose to leave interest rates unchanged at their March meeting amid a softening labor market and uncertainty over the economic impact of the Iran war.
Apple CEO Tim Cook doubles down on policy over politics while aligning with Trump’s manufacturing push
Apple CEO Tim Cook rejects any political labels while defending his close ties to the Trump administration amid criticism over his "Melania" documentary attendance.
Ruling on RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Policy Changes Leaves Health Groups Scrambling
Lawyers for both sides in the federal lawsuit, brought by six medical organizations, are trying to understand the ramifications of the judge’s decision.
URI Political Science Professor Dan Carrigg featured in NBC 10 News story on Revolution Wind
Professor Dan Carrigg was recently featured in a NBC 10 News story about the Revolution Wind project and Rhode Island energy policy.
US lawmakers Murphy, Casar push legislation to regulate prediction markets
The legislation aims to prevent bets made based on insider knowledge of wars, economic policy and controllable events.
Science & Innovation
Challenges to the American scientific enterprise—from the reproducibility crisis, to administrative bloat within research institutions, to diminished public trust in universities—together with sweeping reforms to the government’s role in science, make this a pivotal moment for science policy. An agenda to strengthen American science must enhance its productivity and credibility, preserve our research advantages, and ensure that the scientific enterprise remains accountable to American citizens.
The fight over transgender rights in America has entered a new phase
The policy fight is moving well beyond sports and youth medicine. The political response hasn’t caught up.
Southeast Asian Fuel Prices Destabilize Politics
Indonesia, for one, has a bloody history of fuel-related riots.
New Small Business Administration loan policy could affect Bay Area entrepreneurs
Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul for now
The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.
Federal judge stalls health secretary RFK Jr.’s overhaul of vaccine policy
Breaking: A federal judge on Monday stalled major parts of health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign to remake vaccine policy in the U.S.
Factbox-Lawsuits Against Trump Administration's Health Policy Changes
March 16 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Monday blocked key parts of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort to reshape U.S. vaccine policy, including a move to reduce the number of shots routinely recommended for children. U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy in Boston sided with medical ...
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
Akin, an Elite Global Law Firm
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Akin announced today that Molly (Brimmer) Lolli has joined the firm as a senior policy advisor in Washington, D.C., further strengthening the firm’s market leading health policy…
Iran's Political Prisoners Are in Danger From U.S.-Israeli Strikes
Thousands of detainees are in danger from U.S. and Israeli strikes and Tehran’s vengeance.
Why do healthcare costs continue to rise? A policy expert weighs in. - McCourt School of Public Policy
Research Professor Emeritus Jack Hoadley explains what’s contributing to rising healthcare costs — and how policy can be part of the solution.
Op-Ed: Sherrill's misguided retreat on smart business tax policy
Fifteen years ago, Republicans and Democrats agreed to make New Jersey more competitive. Now, the governor wants to push us backward
Confidential Report Calls for Sweeping Changes to Track Covid Vaccine Harms
A federal work group says Covid vaccine injuries deserve urgent attention, even as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shifts away from talking about vaccine policy.
The Trump health policy both parties are bullish on
Blue and red states are embracing a policy finalized during Trump's first term that encourages Obamacare sign-ups.
Identity politics is seeping into economic policy
We need to support candidates who rely on logic, not labels.
Colorado Politics Calendar Mar. 16-22
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
How Are We Preparing For the Next Pandemic? | FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site
Six years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, here’s a snapshot of preparedness at a time of global health funding cuts, policy shifts and the spread of misinformation.
Democratic doctors run for Congress to challenge Trump, RFK Jr.
Doctors and scientists are running for office, motivated by concerns over health policy, anti-science movements, and cuts to social programs.
McCloskey: Is MAHA alive and well?
Abby McCloskey: One year in, MAHA retains grassroots energy but lacks substantive policy progress on children’s health, as rising obesity, chronic illness and...
White House says it’s ‘done’ with vaccines. MAHA begs to differ
As Trump political advisers try to move on from vaccine policy debates, MAHA movement insiders push back, calling RFK Jr. supporters vital to GOP's success.
With Disputed Legal Maneuver, Trump Tries to Set Policy Without Legislation
By suing Republican states and making sharp reversals in old cases, the Trump administration is using courts to fast-track major shifts in policy.
High insurance costs are putting child care programs out of business — but bill proposes solution
Under state licensing rules, child care programs are required to have liability insurance or disclose to parents that they are uninsured. Having a liability policy protects high-risk businesses, but expensive and hard-to-find plans are hurting an industry already facing thin financial margins and availability issues.
How to Accelerate American Science | The Foundation for American Innovation
Over the holidays this winter, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)
The Savannah Bananas are coming to New Orleans. What to know about tickets, parking, bag policy
Don’t have Bananas tickets? You may still have a chance.
Legislature overwhelmingly approves changes to Oregon open meetings law, even after key lawmakers admit flaws
Any local government body could meet in private to learn and share information about a policy, personnel or budget matter without having to notify the public or keep minutes.
Laying the Foundations for an Americas Mental Health Policy Innovation Hub | Johns Hopkins Center for Global Mental Health
The project “Laying the Foundations for an Americas Mental Health Policy Innovation Hub,” led by Dr. María Cecilia Dedios and colleagues at the Johns Hopkins Center for Global Mental Health, aims to establish a regional platform that connects academics, policymakers, and civil society to advance collaborative mental health policymaking across the Americas. The initiative focuses on strengthening intersectoral approaches to population mental health and embedding meaningful community participation and lived experience into policy processes. Through a pilot consensus-building effort with decision-makers in Bogotá, Colombia, the project has begun testing methods for cross-sector collaboration to address shared priorities such as loneliness and underage substance use. Ultimately, the Hub seeks to foster regional learning and develop more participatory, coordinated, and socially responsive mental health policies.
India-China reset? Relaxed rules allow Beijing to invest in India after about six years of friction
The Indian cabinet has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy, allowing investments from "Land Bordering Countries."
Tom Cotton puts Biden on notice while demanding answers on draining of nation’s oil stockpile
A top Senate Republican alleged that former President Joe Biden used the SPR as a political tool, and demanded to know how his energy policy hampered the nation's oil reserves.
Germany's Iran Policy in the Dilemma of International Law and Israeli Interests
When it comes to the Middle East, Germany appears to be pursuing a policy that completely disregards the rules of international law.
Opinion: Colorado health care system should include food as medicine
Building a sustainable approach to chronic disease requires collaboration among health providers, nonprofits, policymakers, community partners.
Andexler Honored for Commitment to Science Advocacy
Northern Michigan University master's candidate Noah Andexler is one of 20 graduate students nationwide selected to receive the Ecological Society of America's (ESA) 2026 Katherine S. McCarter Graduate Student Policy Award for their demonstrated commitment to science advocacy. This prestigious program is designed to bridge the gap between rigorous ecological research and impactful environmental policy.
Leading Public Health Experts Urge Federal Court to Block HHS Policy Restricting Immigrants’ Access to Essential Health Programs | Milken Institute School of Public Health | The George Washington University
Amici curiae brief argues July 2025 HHS notice is unlawful, harmful to public health, and economically damaging nationwide
Health care costs and access will feature prominently in 2026 congressional midterms
“Health care policy is going to be a top issue in all of these competitive House races this cycle,” said Cook Political Report analyst Erin Covey.
At Indian Wells, tennis crowds, tickets and show courts form a complex equation
A new ticketing policy has caused controversy, as tournaments across the world try to find the balance between economics and fan experience.
CPS to evaluate business services program, policy and finance updates
The Columbia School Board will meet Monday to evaluate its business services program and other various updates.
Rep. Byron Donalds opens up about his past, policy views and Florida governor's race
Airbnb war policy leaves some Middle East travelers without refunds
Maria Wainer had to cancel her trip to the US after much of the Middle East limited flights last week. Airbnb still denied her a refund.
CPS to evaluate business services program, policy and finance updates
The Columbia School Board will meet Monday to evaluate its business services program and other various updates.
Thousands Rally to Support the Need for Science in a Democracy
Dozens of Stand Up for Science gatherings nationwide focused on the importance of science for federal policymaking.
Can deliberation save democracy?
By Vince Bzdek In September 2019, 523 Americans traveled to Dallas, Texas, for an experiment called “America in One Room.” The gathering was designed to test a theory: Could representative citizens deliberate productively even in an era of intense polarization? The event took place soon after the presidential primary and it focused on policy proposals […]
Can deliberation save democracy?
By Vince Bzdek In September 2019, 523 Americans traveled to Dallas, Texas, for an experiment called “America in One Room.” The gathering was designed to test a theory: Could representative citizens deliberate productively even in an era of intense polarization? The event took place soon after the presidential primary and it focused on policy proposals […]
Colorado Politics Calendar Mar. 9-13
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Can ‘Suggestion-Box Science’ Make Public Health More Useful? | Science Friday
Skepticism around public health policy, experts and institutions has left some researchers asking basic questions about their role and relationship with the public. Can public health ...
Justice Department releases missing Epstein files related to Trump
It was another busy week in Washington. We discuss Kristi Noem getting fired from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security and the new release of missing Epstein files related to President Trump. Note: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, political reporter Stephen Fowler and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
GOP 'big beautiful bill' poised to deliver 'shock' to ACA marketplace, health policy experts say
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" made administrative tweaks expected to reduce enrollment in the Affordable Care Act marketplace by millions of people.
Reps. Finstad, Craig spar over farm bill politics in marathon House Agriculture committee
Rep. Brad Finstad, R-1st, accused Rep. Angie Craig, D-2nd, of playing politics with farm policy because she is seeking higher office.
Patient health data as a public utility: A former ARPA-H data chief explains
Patients generate vast health data, but private companies monetize it. A policy group proposes treating the data like a regulated utility.
Arts Politics graduate students went to the Lincoln Center
Professor Michael McElroy took his Public Policy and African American Music graduate students to the Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way at the New York Public Library / Lincoln Center
F1 teams predict new car designs will cause 'chaos' in Melbourne
Changes to F1 regulations mean cars on the Melbourne track will be louder, slightly slower on corners, harder to handle, but more sustainable for the planet than previous designs.
Policy Brief: Outdoor Recreation and Public Health
States are increasingly exploring the intersection of health policy and outdoor recreation to better understand how these policy areas could be leveraged for the positive benefit of their constituents. While formal partnerships are still relatively novel, Governors have a variety of opportunities to engage with outdoor recreation and health agencies to create long-term benefits. This […]
Pam Bondi rescinds policy banning politically appointed DOJ employees from attending partisan events
Bipartisan bill requiring annual mental health screenings by Oklahoma providers advances
The policy seeks to help detect symptoms early and connect patients to care before their mental health condition worsens and treatment becomes more costly.
Yaël Ossowski: The (short) history of kratom policy in the United States
When authorities moved to schedule kratom, they triggered a public health scare, not a safety fix.
Talarico defeats Crockett in Democratic Senate primary in Texas
Crockett and Talarico were generally aligned on policy, and both rose to prominence in large part through social media.
DraftKings Is Using Its Sports-Betting Playbook to Win Prediction Markets Race
As federal policymakers grapple with how to regulate predictions markets, DraftKings is going all-in on its predictions product and aims to overtake industry leader Kalshi.
Health Policy Watch: US speeds up signing of bilateral health agreements
As of 2 March, the US has signed 24 bilateral health MOUs in terms of the Trump administration’s America First Global Health Strategy.