“Ideas that matter,
since 1965.”
The latest edition of The Ripon Forum examines the federal effort to strengthen border security in the United States, and why the American people believe the government should be both tough and compassionate in its approach.
It’s Time to Make Civics Great Again
To the Founders, civics education was critical to our experiment in freedom. Unfortunately, after a century of special interests and cultural conflict, civics has been relegated to the periphery in our schools.
To Improve Education in America, Reduce Washington’s Role
There is no compelling reason the U.S. Department of Education, and the almost $2.8 billion it takes just to pay its nearly 4,200 employees, should continue.
Security, Stability, and a Smarter Immigration Debate
Recent polling data reveal a growing and nuanced perspective among American voters — especially Hispanic voters in Texas — toward immigration policy and border security.
The Minnesota Congressman discusses his work as a member of the Northern Border Caucus and the effort he is leading to shore up security along the 5,525 mile border between the U.S. and Canada.
Trump’s Gold Card Will Likely Not Generate Much Revenue
While the gold card would add a much-needed albeit very expensive path to residency, America would need 2,000 buyers per year to hit $10 billion — less than 1 percent of our budget deficit.
The Scale and Impact of Contemporary Immigration
At the start of 2025, the total legal and illegal immigrant population, or “foreign born” in Census Bureau parlance, is higher now than at any time in our history.
More than one in three Americans live in a state or city that refuses to cooperate with immigration enforcement by the federal government.
Debate
Should the U.S. Maintain Birthright Citizenship? Yes…
One of the most troubling consequences of repealing birthright citizenship would be the creation of a stateless underclass within U.S. borders.
Debate
Should the U.S. Maintain Birthright Citizenship? No…
Contrary to learned opinion, repealing birthright citizenship does not require a constitutional amendment. It can be done by using section five of the 14th Amendment.
Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth discusses her work to confront the fiscal challenges facing her state.
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In this Edition
The latest edition of The Ripon Forum examines the federal effort to strengthen border security in the United States, and why the American people believe the government should be both tough and compassionate in its approach.
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It’s Time to Make Civics Great Again
To the Founders, civics education was critical to our experiment in freedom. Unfortunately, after a century of special interests and cultural conflict, civics has been relegated to the periphery in our schools.
-
To Improve Education in America, Reduce Washington’s Role
There is no compelling reason the U.S. Department of Education, and the almost $2.8 billion it takes just to pay its nearly 4,200 employees, should continue.
-
Security, Stability, and a Smarter Immigration Debate
Recent polling data reveal a growing and nuanced perspective among American voters — especially Hispanic voters in Texas — toward immigration policy and border security.
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Securing the Northern Border
The Minnesota Congressman discusses his work as a member of the Northern Border Caucus and the effort he is leading to shore up security along the 5,525 mile border between the U.S. and Canada.
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Trump’s Gold Card Will Likely Not Generate Much Revenue
While the gold card would add a much-needed albeit very expensive path to residency, America would need 2,000 buyers per year to hit $10 billion — less than 1 percent of our budget deficit.
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The Scale and Impact of Contemporary Immigration
At the start of 2025, the total legal and illegal immigrant population, or “foreign born” in Census Bureau parlance, is higher now than at any time in our history.
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The High Cost of “Sanctuary”
More than one in three Americans live in a state or city that refuses to cooperate with immigration enforcement by the federal government.
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Should the U.S. Maintain Birthright Citizenship? Yes…
One of the most troubling consequences of repealing birthright citizenship would be the creation of a stateless underclass within U.S. borders.
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Should the U.S. Maintain Birthright Citizenship? No…
Contrary to learned opinion, repealing birthright citizenship does not require a constitutional amendment. It can be done by using section five of the 14th Amendment.
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Ripon Profile of Lisa Demuth
Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth discusses her work to confront the fiscal challenges facing her state.
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