The Science of Governance
Strategies for the 21st Century
Nonpartisan, evidence-based frameworks and toolkits—drawn from global best practices. Free for citizens and civic leaders.
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Evidence-based frameworks from business applied to governance. What works? What doesn't? How do we know?
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From Chaos to Compact
The Emergence of Governance From the State of Nature
After more than a decade synthesizing diverse sources—beyond political philosophy and Western thought—this book reveals the trade-offs humans made to escape the state of nature and form organized government: the principles forged, and the lessons that endure.
By Jim Walton
Available Fall 2026
Trammels Live: Launch Event
This launch gathering has concluded. Thank you to everyone who joined us at Linda Hall Library — we hope to see you at a future event.