Who are the most effective lawmakers in Congress? Research brief
2014 research brief on what distinguishes lawmakers who are the most effective, by Craig Volden of the University of Virginia and Alan E. Wiseman of Vanderbilt.
Race & Gender
Research roundups, tip sheets, articles and explainers related to the topics of race and gender
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Voter ID laws and the evidence: A report from the Government Accountability Office
2014 review of research on U.S. voter ID laws, with a focus on a new study from the GAO that estimates their impact on voter turnout in two states that changed their laws between the 2008 and 2012 elections.
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Women, girls and Malala: Research on gender and education in Pakistan, and beyond
2014 selection of research that sheds light on many of the challenges women face in Pakistan and the developing world. Studies look at the role of gender, religion, violence and discrimination.
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Policies and programs aimed at keeping kids safe and out of trouble: Research roundup
2014 review of studies on issues related to youth behavior and safety, including delinquency rates, suspensions, zero-tolerance policies and their effects, after-school programs and curfews.
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Why states vary in the rights they offer to lesbian, gay and bisexual residents: Research brief
2014 research brief explores the impact of regional imitation, political representation and other factors, by Rebekah Herrick, Oklahoma State University and the Scholars Strategy Network.
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How perceptions of gender shape political knowledge and activism: The case of female U.S. Senators
2014 study from Arizona State University published in the Journal of Politics showing the strong gender effect of female senators on women voters and their engagement in politics.
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Political effects of the Spanish language in the United States: Survey experiments and demographic analysis
2014 study in Political Communication that uses survey experiments and voter analysis to show different political responses to Spanish among Democrats and Republicans.
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Native Americans, public health and well-being: Research roundup and key data
2014 review of studies and reports that provide insight into public health issues with Native Americans living in urban areas and on tribal lands in the United States.
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Graduation rates for black and Hispanic students at minority-serving institutions
2014 research from Vanderbilt University and Florida State University study published in Research in Higher Education on student outcomes at minority-serving institutions.
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How “gentrification” in American cities maintains racial inequality and segregation: Research brief
2014 research brief on the growth of middle-class urban neighborhoods and their impact on inequality and poverty, by Jackelyn Hwang, Harvard University and the Scholars Strategy Network.
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