Articles and analysis on today's issues

In this article, we explain nonprofits’ role in thriving communities, the amount of funding nonprofits receive from government sources, and the government funding challenges nonprofits were facing before the shutdown.
Congress is taking another big step to strengthen federal evidence-based policymaking Recently introduced legislation makes important steps to improve the use of evidence and data in federal agencies.A tale of three cities: How Detroit, San Francisco, and Houston weathered the housing boom and bust Recently released mortgage data reveal how the recovery has left minority homebuyers behind in some places.Rural communities need coordinated housing assistance When HUD decides to close a rural public housing community, many residents are left with no local housing options.How fintech innovations can help bridge the wealth gap Beyond convenience and efficiency, financial technology has the potential to address structural economic inequality.Most sexual assault prevention programs are victim focused and lack rigorous evaluation Advising students on common-sense measures to avoid becoming victims isn't a bad idea, but it doesn't prevent sexual assault.The essential features of a strong federal evaluation office Legislation introduced yesterday seeks to expand evidence capacity building in federal agencies.