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Federal Budget Players Spotlight: Mac Thornberry

By Guest Blogger
Posted: Sept. 1, 2015 | Budget Process

NPP spotlights major players in the federal budget process. This week: Mac Thornberry.

Federal Budget Players Spotlight: Harry Reid

By Guest Blogger
Posted: Aug. 25, 2015 | Budget Process

NPP spotlights major players in the federal budget process. This week: Harry Reid.

Federal Budget Players Spotlight: Chris Van Hollen

By Guest Blogger
Posted: Aug. 18, 2015 | Budget Process

NPP spotlights major players in the federal budget process. This week: Chris Van Hollen

7 Things to Celebrate about Social Security on its 80th Birthday

By Jasmine Tucker
Posted: Aug. 13, 2015 | Social Insurance, Earned Benefits, & Safety Net

Here are just seven reasons to love Social Security on its birthday and every day.

Federal Budget Players Spotlight:John McCain

By Guest Blogger
Posted: Aug. 12, 2015 | Budget Process

NPP spotlights major players in the federal budget process. This week: John McCain.

Social Security Turns 80

By Abby Rusk
Posted: Aug. 11, 2015 | Social Insurance, Earned Benefits, & Safety Net

Know the facts about Social Security before the program turns 80 this week.

Examining Federal Spending by Michigan State University

By Guest Blogger
Posted: Aug. 6, 2015 | Budget Process, Transparency & Data

Most U.S. universities, like states and local governments, receive a good deal of federal grant money each year, especially for research and development purposes. Michigan State University recently pledged to do half of its $400 million per year purchasing budget with women- and minority-owned businesses.