Governance

Colorado Law Professor Wins Prestigious Milstein Award for Groundbreaking Book on American Governance

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Boulder, CO – The University of Colorado Law School announced that Professor Pierre Schlag has received the prestigious 2024 Jules Milstein Scholarship Award. Schlag’s notable work, “Twilight of the American State,” critically examines the complexities of governance in the U.S., moving beyond traditional notions of liberal democracy. Published by the University of Michigan Press, Schlag’s book delves deep into an analysis of the American state, proposing that its legal and governmental operations extend far beyond the confines of liberal democracy. He explores the deeper bureaucratic mechanics and the growing influence of neoliberalist practices within public … Read more

New Hampshire Residents Head to Polls for Key Primaries, Shaping Future of State Governance

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Nashua, N.H. — In the latest New Hampshire primary elections held on September 10, citizens showed up early to cast their votes for who will be the next governor, U.S. House representatives, and state Legislature members. The small, yet influential state plays a critical role in the political landscape of the United States, particularly noted for its first-in-the-nation primary status which often sets the tone for nationwide campaign trails. At polling stations like the one in Nashua, voters were seen entering booths, marking their choices with a sense of duty and expectation. The participation not … Read more

Backyard Chickens and More: A Look at Missouri’s Newest Laws Set to Transform Daily Life and Governance

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — While the annual legislative session in Missouri was marked by gridlock and disputes, multiple significant pieces of legislation managed to navigate the tempestuous political climate to receive the endorsement of Gov. Mike Parson. From property rights expansions to education reforms, these laws, which came into effect this Wednesday, spell a series of changes for Missouri residents. Under a new law embedded within broader real estate legislation, Missourians now have the right to raise backyard chickens, despite potential restrictions from homeowners’ associations. Specifically, residents can keep up to six chickens on properties … Read more

Grand Jury Exposes Governance Flaws in Antioch, Urges Leadership to Respect Boundaries and Fill Staff Vacancies

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Antioch, CA — A recent investigation by the Contra Costa County Grand Jury into Antioch’s City Council activities under Mayor Lamar Thorpe has unveiled significant operational and managerial issues. The findings revealed probable violations of the Brown Act, which mandates transparency in public agency meetings, and inappropriate interventions in hiring and other administrative functions typically reserved for the City Manager. The turmoil includes a notably high turnover among city managers and an alarming 21.6% vacancy rate in city employment as of February 2024, starkly contrasting the national average of 5.3% for local and state government … Read more