Can black Republicans draw voters to the GOP?
This new collection of research looks at black conservatism and the likelihood that black Republicans can draw African-American voters to the GOP.
Politics & Government
Research roundups, tip sheets, articles and explainers related to the topic of politics, elections, and local and national governments
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Gun violence prevention in schools: Strategies and effects
What are schools doing to prepare against gun violence? We’ve gathered research on strategies and effects.
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Do mayors run for higher office? New research
Few mayors run for higher office. And female mayors are even less likely to view positions such as governor and U.S. senator as appealing.
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Teacher misconduct: Research on educators committing crime
This collection of research looks at teacher misconduct, including sexual misconduct. We include a study on nondisclosure agreements, which limit the information schools can share about former employees.
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Covering populist leaders: 10 research-based tips for journalists
A new paper offers journalists research-based guidance on how to cover populist movements and leaders. It also offers insights into the communication strategies of populist leaders.
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Sex discrimination cases more likely to settle under female judges
Alleged victims of workplace sex discrimination are more likely to settle their federal lawsuits and be awarded compensation under a woman judge, a study suggests.
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Lesbians and bisexual girls are more likely to be suspended, expelled
Teen girls who are attracted to other girls are much more likely to be suspended or expelled from school than straight girls, a new study suggests.
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How work might worsen health
In light of debates over Medicaid work requirements, this review features studies that show how for healthy and unhealthy people alike, some forms of work might worsen health.
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Does work improve health?
Research on the relationship between employment and health sheds light on the proposed rationale behind work requirements as an eligibility condition for Medicaid.
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People don’t remember changing their minds
People who change their beliefs tend not to recall their initial, opposing beliefs.
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