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Race and Ethnicity

Three Ways to Support and Stabilize Native Communities during the Pandemic

Native Americans are 3.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with the virus than white people, in large part because of inadequate health care services.
Crime and Justice

How Can We Uphold Human Rights and Dignity in Prison?

There are no quick fixes, but research and data can support accountability and chart a path forward.
Taxes and Budget

When Crafting Policy through the Tax Code, Ask Three Questions

At an estimated $1.5 trillion per year, tax expenditures are a significant drain on federal tax revenue.
Education and Training

How Students and Employers View Youth Apprenticeships

Strong apprenticeship programs rely on the enthusiastic participation of employers, who are sometimes hesitant.
Job Market and Labor Force

How Atlanta’s Local Workforce System Helps Job Seekers Find Sustainable Employment

A recent episode of Urban’s podcast, Critical Value, explores Atlanta's local workforce system.
Taxes and Budget

Three Questions for Implementing a Wealth Tax in America

Tax policy experts recently discussed the biggest challenges for implementing a wealth tax in America.
Research Methods and Data Analytics

Three Steps to Guide the Rise of AI and Share Its Benefits

If it’s not applied carefully, AI can lead to decisions that exclude historically marginalized or underrepresented groups.
Poverty, Vulnerability, and the Safety Net

Comparing Two Ways to Improve the Earned Income Tax Credit

Presidential candidates and lawmakers have proposed expanding the EITC or implementing new tax credits.

COVID-19: Policies to Protect People and Communities

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COVID-19: Policies to Protect People and Communities

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Structural Racism in America

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Structural Racism in America

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