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The Dynamics of Legislative Gridlock in Separated Powers Systems

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Since 1970, the U.S. Congress has passed fewer than 10% of the bills it considers into law, a decline that correlates with increasing polarization between the parties.

Why this is interesting

You've heard about Congress failing to pass laws, but why does it happen so often? Imagine a system where multiple doors must be opened before a bill becomes law—yet each door is controlled by a different person.