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To use AI tools effectively, local leaders must optimize documents and information for AI, implement guardrails, and rely on human expertise to evaluate risks and benefits.
Low-income homeowners are as burdened by housing costs as renters A close look at the data makes it clear that homeownership doesn’t protect low-income homeowners from the same cost burdens as low-income renters.Trump’s budget deals a double whammy to people struggling to gain a foothold in today’s economy The White House is emphasizing jobs this week, but the president's budget proposal contains major cuts to employment and job training programs.Both winners and losers under AHCA oppose repealing core ACA provisions A new survey shows widespread support for key provisions of the ACA, even among those who could see their premiums decline under repeal legislation.New data can help communities address their health challenges Recently released data collected from the 500 largest US cities reveal where health problems are most persistent.Federal leadership joins states in seeking needed updates to juvenile justice Last month, House representatives on both sides of the aisle passed a bill to reauthorize the Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Act.Three strategies for empowering women in informal economies Urban growth in Pakistan brings new gender inequalities and challenges for women.