Ripon Forum
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by LOU ZICKAR
The Ripon Forum examines ways to modernize the energy policy of the U.S. and provides astatus report on the fight agains COVID-19
Modernizing U.S. Energy Policy
by LISA MURKOWSKI
As America continues its fight against the coronavirus amidst a struggling economy, the Alaska Senator argues that Congress should make this time of crisis a moment of reform.
To Young Republicans, Climate Change is Fact, Not Fiction
by DANIELLE BUTCHER
Polling has revealed that addressing human- caused climate change is not a fringe concern among young members of the GOP, but one that many feel quite strongly about.
Climate Change is Inevitable, Good Policy is Critical
by CARLOS CURBELO
According to this former GOP Congressmanfrom Florida, climate change is not political but inevitable, and voters increasingly expect their 22 elected leaders to respond in kind.
Wear a Mask, Maintain Distance, and Avoid Crowds
by ERIC TONER, MD
In the coming months, our success in battling the pandemic will come down to some basic steps that every American can and must take.
College in the Age of Corona: Will it Ever Be the Same?
by FREDERICK HESS
With college students preparing for class this Fall, college leaders need to look ahead with a sense of urgency and imagination.
Creating a Trusted and Unified Contact Tracing Strategy
by POLLYANNA SANDERSON
As COVID-19 rates sharply increase across the U.S., it is becoming clearer that digital contact tracing tools could help alleviate
Saving Our Economy: Are Taxpayers Getting Their Money’s Worth?
by ADAM MICHEL
If Congress determines more aid for individuals is necessary, it should be targeted to those who need it most.
Is the Time Right to Cut the Payroll Tax?
by KARL SMITH
Several months into the current crisis, the case for reducing the payroll tax as a way to reboot the economy is nuanced at best.
A Smart Investment to Fuel Economic Growth
by JOHN ROBERT SMITH
An infrastructure plan with a strict focus on repair could help put people back to work while fixing a perpetual source of frustration.
Democracies Must Work Together in the Fight Against COVID-19
by THOMAS E. GARRETT
As the world confronts the pandemic, it is critical that the democratic nations of the world keep our shared principles in mind moving forward.
Ripon Profile of Randy Feenstra
Randy Feenstra discusses his background and why he believes he is the best candidate to serve the people of Iowa's Fourth Congressional District.