The Hidden Hands in Redistricting: Corporations and Other Powerful Interests
Opaque redistricting groups are being quietly bankrolled by corporations, unions and others. They are working not to help voters in the communities they claim to represent but to improve the prospects of their political allies or to harm their enemies.
SEC Proposes Ban on Magnetar-Like Deals
The SEC moves to ban the questionable Wall Street deals that, as we detailed, helped fuel the financial crisis.
Key Context on Obama’s Vague Proposed Millionaires’ Tax
We run through what’s actually known about the so-called 'Buffett Tax,' the impact it might have on the deficit and the history behind it all.
Despite Sweeping Scandals, Big States Don’t Check for Cheating by Teachers
California no longer screens for teacher cheating, while Texas, New Jersey and Pennsylvania chose not to investigate suspicious results.
The Best, Most Damning Reporting of the 9/11 Era
Our list of the most seminal stories of the years after Sept. 11, the ones that reveal the reality about the attacks, the attackers and how our government changed in the post-9/11 era.
Billions Meant for Struggling Homeowners May Pay Down Deficit Instead
An estimated $30 billion from the bailout that was slated to help homeowners is likely to be used to pay down the debt.
Our Guide to the Best Coverage of Ron Paul and His Record
Ron Paul’s tiny-government ideals have become increasingly relevant. Here's our guide to some of the best reading on the Texas Congressman.
FAQ: Key Questions on Libya’s Coming Transition
We're laying out important questions about what's happening in Libya, and we want you to play a part.
Can Turning Foreclosures Into Rental Properties Save the Housing Market?
The federal government is looking for ways to turn foreclosed homes into rental properties. Will private investors bite?