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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.
Four Months after Protests Peaked, Did Four Cities Keep Their Promises to Cut Police Funding? Research can play a critical role in supporting accountability and change.How States Can Use TANF to Fund Rental Assistance and Prevent Evictions Flexible federal spending guidelines make TANF well positioned to fill funding gaps in rental assistance programs.Five Service Provider Insights on Victimization Costs Advocates and policymakers are grappling with decisions about reinvesting in communities to promote public safety and reduce harm.What Can Disability Services Teach Schools about Reopening? Disability services offer lessons on how to adapt and engage families during the pandemic.Latinx Essential Workers Are the Backbone of Our Economy. How Can We Ensure They Aren’t Forgotten during Its Recovery? Latinxs are nearly 20 percent of the US population, making them increasingly consequential to the labor market.Financial Coaching Emerges as a Vital Support during the Pandemic Financial coaches can help clients navigate economic uncertainty and lessen COVID-19's threats to their well-being.