China’s Need for Innovative, Market-Based Economic Growth
With its economy beginning to slow, Chinese leaders must install measures that promote innovation and high-tech industry growth, while curbing the influence of local government leaders who often hold the interests of the well-connected few above the general public. Read more →
Twin Freedoms
The freedoms to worship and to marry are both important American values, and they are wholly compatible with one another.
Fish on Fridays: Omega 3s vs. Mercury—Is Seafood Good for You?
Michael Conathan breaks down the health benefits and detriments of fish in your diet.
Civil Liberties
Why Courts Matter: Reproductive Rights
When it comes to issues of women’s rights and health, the federal judiciary will continue to play an instrumental role, and we must actively engage in shaping its composition.
Education
New Book Examining Elite Public Schools Raises Equity Versus Excellence Concerns
Students across the board are better served in an education system that seeks both excellence and equity.
Media
Think Again: How Conservatives Treat Media Bias (Hint: Confusingly)
Eric Alterman observes the pervasive conservative flip-flopping on media bias.
Higher Education
Using Service Blueprinting to See Higher Education from the Student’s Perspective
College leaders should embrace a customer-centric approach to improve the educational experience for their students.
Gay and Transgender
FAQ: Health Insurance Needs for Transgender Americans
Transgender health issues and the obstacles that transgender people face in accessing insurance coverage for even the most basic health care needs are widespread and must be addressed.
Race and Ethnicity
Race and Beyond: Remembering James Meredith
The role of Meredith and countless others in integrating America’s college campuses should not be forgotten.
Economy
Highway Robbery
Instead of continuing to siphon federal dollars from high-need states to support low-need states, it’s time lawmakers dedicated each federal dollar to the country’s most pressing highway and transit needs.
Religion and Values
The New Values Voters: 5 Issues that Expand the Notion of What It Means to ‘Vote Your Values’
This year’s presidential election is proving that so-called “values voters” aren’t just focused on abortion and marriage equality.
Immigration
Passing the DREAM Act for Our Economy
Passing the DREAM Act is the right thing to do morally and especially in terms of the current and future economy.
Immigration
Infographic: The 12 States with the Greatest Economic Impact from Passing the DREAM Act
Passing the federal DREAM Act would significantly improve the economic outlook for states across the nation.
Immigration
Infographic: How the DREAM Act Helps the Economy
Passing the federal DREAM Act would add a total of $329 billion to the American economy by 2030.
Immigration
The State Economic Benefits of Passing the DREAM Act
State-by-state analysis demonstrates how 2.1 million undocumented youth would add $329 billion to our economy and result in 1.4 million new jobs.
