We have been studying Washington politics and Congress for more than 40 years, and never have we seen them this dysfunctional. In our past writings, we have criticized both parties when we believed it was warranted. Today, however, we have no choice but to acknowledge that the core of the problem lies with the Republican Party.

The first Congressional Distinguished Service Awards were given to former House Members, exemplars of public service--John Rhodes, Bob Michel, Don Edwards, and Louis Stokes.

Congress deserves both praise and criticism for its efforts on election reform.

Taxation with representation in D.C. could mean a constitutional amendment.

Minority Leader Pelosiis determined to follow the Newt Gingrich model, creating a genuine minority party thatlooks for ways to split the majority andhighlight its failings.

If Democrats do win the House, a bitter internecine battle can only hurt how they govern.

Congress not only is highly unpopular with the public, but it also lacks quality people.

More than three and a half years since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks,the only plan we have in place in the event of a serious terrorist attack is a four-word plan: Run for your lives!