As lawmakers blow past the state’s budget deadline, Duggan makes a pitch: no budget, no pay

As state lawmakers miss the budget deadline, Detroit Mayor and gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan proposes a straightforward solution: no budget, no pay. Speaking at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference, Duggan criticized political division and urged for greater accountability among elected officials.

LS speaker Birla urges political parties to curb disruptions in Parliament

As the Monsoon Session approaches, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urges political parties to curb disruptions, emphasizing that the proper functioning of Parliament is crucial for democracy.

The Observer: Politics, Priorities and Pinches

Institutional dysfunction plagues government operations at the local, state, and federal levels. Elected officials and their staffs often create unnecessary problems, disrupting the orderliness of governance and hindering effective leadership.

Okanagan MLA gets constituency office months after being elected (Kelowna)

Eight months after her election, Okanagan MLA Tara Armstrong is establishing a local presence by opening a constituency office. The move comes after community concerns over her absence in Kelowna, Lake Country, and Coldstream.

Reimagining U.S. Priorities: How Canada’s Costed Platforms Could Shift Spending from Military to Human Services

Canada recently held its federal election, showcasing a unique practice where political parties must provide detailed, costed platforms. This approach intrigues those with ties to both Canada and the U.S., prompting thoughts on how similar transparency could shift American spending from military endeavors to essential human services.

Democrats See Chance to Mobilize Opposition Against Trump’s Education Policies

The Democratic Party is seizing an opportunity to challenge former President Trump’s education policies. Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel emphasizes a new approach of admitting past errors during the COVID-19 pandemic to pave the way for meaningful reform.