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Assistant Professor of Public Policy

Assistant Professor of Public Policy

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Economy|Political|US|World

As Trump tries to slash US foreign aid, here are 3 common myths many Americans mistakenly believe about it

The United States spends very little on foreign aid relative to the size of its economy.

As Trump tries to slash US foreign aid, here are 3 common myths many Americans mistakenly believe about it
Election|US

Nonwhite people are drastically underrepresented in local government

As in the federal and state governments, local elected officials are more likely to be white than their constituents. At times, such as with school boards, the differences are particularly stark.

Nonwhite people are drastically underrepresented in local government
Election|US

How politicians can draw fairer election districts − the same way parents make kids fairly split a piece of cake

Electoral redistricting is a high-stakes political game, so Democrats and Republicans have a hard time playing fair. When they’re made to work together, a more representative result is possible.

How politicians can draw fairer election districts − the same way parents make kids fairly split a piece of cake
Health|News|US

How opioid treatment centers can overcome bipartisan NIMBYism to build local support

A Philadelphia neighborhood is pushing back against the city’s plan to expand an existing shelter to serve people in active addiction.

How opioid treatment centers can overcome bipartisan NIMBYism to build local support
Economy|Health|Science

With more Americans able to access legalized marijuana, fewer are picking up prescriptions for anti-anxiety medications – new research

The study offers insight into how marijuana access may alter treatment patterns for patients with anxiety.

With more Americans able to access legalized marijuana, fewer are picking up prescriptions for anti-anxiety medications – new research

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