The hottest Government Institutions Substack posts right now

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Can We Still Govern? 178 implied HN points 29 Oct 24
  1. Intimidation has become common for public servants, affecting their ability to work effectively. This creates a scary work environment that can stop good governance.
  2. The media sometimes amplifies unfounded attacks on officials, treating them as national scandals without factual evidence. This can lead to harassment and fear among these public workers.
  3. The tactics used against public servants, like surveillance and creating lists of targets, are similar to those seen in universities. This shows a broader trend of attacking institutions and encouraging a culture of fear.
Letters from an American 18 implied HN points 14 Dec 24
  1. Trump's recent campaign seemed more like a performance for voters than a plan for real governance. He focused on attention-grabbing promises rather than practical policies.
  2. His presidency may emphasize revenge on political enemies and personal gain, with appointments that reflect loyalty over competency. This approach could damage American institutions.
  3. Trump appears to use his inauguration fund as a way for wealthy donors to influence his administration without any required transparency on how the money is spent.
Japan Economy Watch 319 implied HN points 20 Sep 23
  1. Deng Xiaoping sought advice from Japan and Singapore to help China's economic miracle by focusing on export-led industrialization and attracting foreign companies for modern industries.
  2. Japan demonstrated the effectiveness of industrial policy to upgrade industries quickly and the importance of combining state action with market discipline to avoid economic pitfalls.
  3. China leveraged exports and foreign companies, following the examples of Singapore and Japan, to grow its economy, create higher-tech exports, and improve living standards.
Anxiety Addiction & Ascension 79 implied HN points 20 Jun 23
  1. The term 'The Left' is not accurately representing those behind cultural forces like wokeness.
  2. The true orchestrators of societal malaise are not typical left-wing activists, but rather powerful individuals within the establishment.
  3. Wokeness and related ideologies are creations of the system aiming to divide people and divert attention from the true sources of societal issues.
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Matt’s Five Points 0 implied HN points 09 Jan 12
  1. Recess appointments can be confusing because the Constitution is not clear on them. Different people can have different opinions about whether they're legal or not.
  2. Debate about recess appointments is important for democracy. Hearing various viewpoints helps everyone understand the issues better.
  3. Opinions from the Justice Department about recess appointments shouldn't be seen as the final word. They are mainly arguments that support the executive branch and can be challenged by others.