It was a terrible election for my preferred policy outcomes, but a wonderful election for our constitutional system. Voters held Republicans accountable for failing to steward political power well.

Tariffs harm consumers while creating opportunities for corruption and cronyism. Trade policy should favor consumer welfare.

Some Election Day observations on voting, elections, and self-government.

For me, it's back to voting for the man or woman, not the party. It's the party's job to appeal to me as a voter, not my duty to sacrifice my principles for the party.

Congress should stop looming Medicare payment cuts and pass the Patients First Act to protect independent physicians and preserve access to care, especially in rural communities.

Encryption protects us all, and we need to protect it. The answer to tomorrow’s threats is stronger encryption, not weaker.