Conceived a century ago as a check on government power and corporate cronyism, initiatives and referenda have more often than not been co-opted by those in power. It's also an easy out for elected...
Republicans wave to President Donald Trump at an event to celebrate Congress passing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on the South Lawn of the White House on Dec. 20, 2017. Photo by Olivier Douliery/Abaca...
As the Federal Communications Commission prepares to undo its net neutrality rules this week, large internet companies like AT&T and Comcast are saying there’s nothing to worry about.