Former CHIPS Program Office leaders write about how to design and run government programs, drawing on their experience implementing the CHIPS and Science Act. Issues cover statutory authorities, the case for discretionary grants over tax credits, and data governance for new programs.

Political scientist Don Moynihan writes about government performance, public policy, and administrative burden, tying current events like the midterms and DOGE to broader patterns in American governance. Readers get analysis grounded in political science data plus occasional lighter pieces on civic culture.

Situation Plus publishes long-form essays that apply conceptual frameworks and matrices to management, public administration and personal decision-making. Readers get structured models, typologies and practical guidance for thinking through complex organisational and personal situations.