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Expert Commentary

Robots are taking jobs, but also creating them: Research review

by David Trilling | February 12, 2017

Robots, far more than free trade, are upending labor markets around the globe. Economists debate just how much the machines threaten our jobs.

Expert Commentary

Economics, Politics & Government

NAFTA: Reviewing the research

by David Trilling | January 20, 2017

President Donald Trump has promised to renegotiate NAFTA. This review of research and data resources will help journalists writing about changes to the pact.

Expert Commentary

Economics

Labor unions and income inequality in America

by David Trilling | August 29, 2016

2016 study published in Economic Development Quarterly that examines the relationship between union membership and income inequality.

Editors’ Picks

Education, Health

How school nurses can help fight chronic absenteeism

November 20, 2024

In this research-based explainer, we examine the rise in chronic student absenteeism in recent years and the various ways school nurses, an underutilized resource in the push to improve attendance, can help.

Politics & Government

Ranked choice voting: An explainer and 3 tips for reporters

October 30, 2024

Dozens of municipalities and two states have adopted ranked choice voting in recent years, and the system is on the ballot in six states and Washington, D.C. this November. Here’s the recent research you need to know to enhance your coverage.

Criminal Justice, Health, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

Abortion pill mifepristone: An explainer and research roundup about its history, safety and future

June 13, 2024

With abortion-related measures on the ballot in several states, journalistic coverage of the topic has never been more crucial. This piece aims to help inform the narrative on medication abortion with scientific evidence.