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Federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could cause some DC-area families to lose an average of $187 in monthly benefits.
Better performance, less pay: The gender pay gap in soccer The US Women's National Team's suit presents an interesting case study in the dynamics of the gender pay gap—an issue that extends beyond soccer.Everything you need to know about the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking This law is a prime example of Democratic and Republican leaders setting aside their differences and truly getting their wonk on.Atlantic City needs more government help than what New Jersey is offering The fight over budget power misses the crux of Atlantic City’s problem: the city and state gambled on one industry and lost the bet.People first: Changing the way we talk about those touched by the criminal justice system Researchers can influence how the field and the public think and talk about the populations affected by the policies and programs they study.Teachers’ required pension contributions are less fair than union fees Public school teachers must contribute to a retirement plan that denies them a fair return. It may not be unconstitutional, but it sure seems unfair.The future of education data and research in the District of Columbia The DC education system lacks a comprehensive, transparent, accessible data system. Experts and stakeholders gathered at the Urban Institute on Tuesday to discuss potential solutions.
