The role of local election officials: 5 studies to consider
We highlight recent research that can inform journalists who are reporting on precinct staffing challenges, bias in who gets help voting, and more.
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A tale of two math terms: An infographic story about when to use percent change vs. percentage-point change
Meanville, USA, was an average American town. Until one day, a local journalist had to figure the best way to explain how town administrators planned to spend a sudden windfall …
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Percent change versus percentage-point change: What’s the difference? 4 tips for avoiding math errors
Many people get ‘percent change’ and ‘percentage-point change’ confused. Use this tip sheet, featuring insights from data journalism pioneer Jennifer LaFleur, to get it right.
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Election Beat 2022: How state laws threaten and weaken voting rights in the US
In the lead-up to the Nov. 8 midterm elections, journalists might want to keep an eye on how state laws are weakening voting rights, writes media scholar Thomas Patterson.
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Election Beat 2022: Don’t forget to cover voter registration deadlines
In the lead-up to the Nov. 8 midterm elections in the U.S., it’s important for journalists to remind their audiences of voter registration deadlines in each state, writes media scholar Thomas Patterson.
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Food insecurity and food deserts in the US: A research roundup and explainer
The food landscape in the U.S. has changed since the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition, and Health was held 53 years ago. We summarize several studies that show the link between food insecurity and health and include resources for journalists.
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Credit scores: Research sheds light on how they inform lending and hiring decisions in the United States
Credit scores can be a boon or a barrier for people seeking loans. Here, we highlight and explain recent research on credit tracking practices.
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Offering free lunches for all students: Financial impacts on schools, families and grocery stores
As lawmakers discuss the pros and cons of schools offering free lunches and breakfasts to all students, regardless of income, it’s important to know what the research says about the financial impacts.
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Covering nonprofits: Questions, answers and tips for following the money
Are you new to reporting on the world of nonprofits? Keep reading to learn how to get started. Plus, check out related academic research and recent news investigations.
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Maternal mortality: An explainer and research roundup
The rate of maternal deaths in the U.S. has been increasing in recent years. Black people continue to be more than three times as likely as white people to die from pregnancy-related causes. We highlight research studies and resources about maternal mortality.
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