Ripon Forum
Articles in this issue
The Conservative Proposal to Reform American Health Care
By STEVE SCALISE
The centuries-old oath taken by health care professionals reads, “Do no harm.” It is time for Washington lawmakers to take a similar approach when working to fix the problems that exist in our health care system.
Getting Smart on Crime
by HENRY ROSEN AND MAI TRAN
How community workforce development programs are increasing public safety.
Role Models
By LESLIE SANCHEZ
Amid soaring approval ratings and a vast crossover appeal, these two Governors are reaching out to America's new electorate and coming away with their support.
Behind Kasich’s Rise
by TIM PENNY
Twenty years after they served together in Congress, a former colleague of John Kasich's, Tim Penny, looks at his record as Governor and explains why he is not surprised by his success. Similar to President Reagan, "His ambition and passion is to get things done that need doing."
Growing the Majority: A Q&A with Liesl Hickey
The Executive Director of the National Republican Congressional Committee weighs in with a preview of the 2014 mid-term elections.
Boot the Zombies!
by KIM ALFANO
One of the GOP's top strategists argues that the party will not close its gender gap until it fills its deficit of new ideas.
The Decline of Parties and the Rise of Dysfunction
by MARK BRADEN
A veteran election law expert looks at the growing influence of special interest groups, and the impact on parties -- and the nation.
May the Best Candidate Win
by DAN SCHNUR
Can two laws to end gridlock in California serve as a model for nationwide reform? This respected political observer, Dan Schnur, thinks so.
