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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
Making Free Community College Work in Every State Finding the right combination of parameters to fund free community college can maximize participation among states and avoid penalizing states that already have low tuition.Renters Living in Units Owned by Mom-and-Pop Landlords Are Struggling to Pay Rent More Than Those Living in Large Multifamily Buildings With the distribution of emergency rental assistance funds slowly picking up and the national eviction moratorium ending last month, real-time data that reflect the financial health of renters is critical.Three Ways Improving Housing Stability Can Make Long-Term Progress toward Racial Equity How can changes in local and federal policy improve housing stability, housing affordability, and wealth building opportunities for Black, Indigenous, and Latinx communities?With Limited State and Local Protections, the End of the Federal Eviction Moratorium Puts Millions of Renters at Risk Expanding state and local protections and accelerating emergency rental assistance is critical to keeping renters in their homes.Guidelines to Incorporate Trauma-Informed Care Strategies in Qualitative Research Trauma-informed research should strive to create a human connection within the researcher-interviewee power dynamic.