Robert Kaplan

Chief Policy Analyst

Robert Kaplan provides deep analytical reporting on domestic policy, regulatory frameworks, and the structural forces shaping governance. He spent twelve years at the Congressional Research Service before joining The Daily Wonk. He is a visiting fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations.

3 articles published

Geo

Congressional Budget Office Warns of Fiscal Cliff Amid Debt Ceiling Debate

New projections show federal deficit widening faster than expected as interest payments surge.

Robert Kaplan•10 min•Feb 24

Analysis

What the Infrastructure Bill Actually Means for Your State

A comprehensive analysis of how $1.2 trillion in federal funding will be distributed and spent.

Robert Kaplan•12 min•Feb 22

Editorial

Rethinking How We Fund Public Schools

A guest contributor makes the case for decoupling school budgets from local property taxes.

Robert Kaplan•8 min•Feb 21