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Neutral, research-grounded coverage of current events.
Infrastructure has emerged as rare bipartisan terrain in American politics. Research on how public investment in transportation, broadband, and water systems affects economic outcomes is extensive.
Artificial intelligence raises governance questions that existing regulatory frameworks are poorly equipped to address. Research on AI risks, bias, and regulatory approaches is rapidly developing.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid underwent significant changes in recent years. Here is a factual overview of the changes and their implications for college-bound students.
With federal climate policy uncertain, states have become the primary arena for climate action. Research on state climate policies and their emissions and economic effects is growing.
Demand for mental health services has grown dramatically while the workforce has not kept pace. Research documents the severity of the shortage and what policy changes could help.
DEI programs in universities and corporations have faced legal challenges and policy scrutiny. Here is an objective overview of what is happening and what the legal landscape looks like.
Proposed and enacted cuts to federal research budgets have prompted concern from scientists and institutions. Understanding how federal funding shapes the research enterprise clarifies what is at stake.
Student loan policy has changed significantly in recent years. This is a factual overview of the major changes, their status, and what they mean for borrowers.
Proposed reductions to CDC funding have generated alarm in the public health community. Here is what the agency does and what reduced funding could mean.
