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Stephanie A. (Sam) Martin

Stephanie A. (Sam) Martin is the endowed chair of public affairs for the Frank and Bethine Church Institute at Boise State University.
When Government Websites Become Campaign Tools Flickr via KAZVorpal

When Government Websites Become Campaign Tools

Blaming the federal shutdown on Democrats has legal and political risks, including running afoul of the Hatch Act.

The Case That Saved The Press — And Why Trump Wants It Gone Creative Commons

The Case That Saved The Press — And Why Trump Wants It Gone

Overturning New York Times v. Sullivan would remove a key legal protection for the news media.