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Easing the affordability crisis and increasing economic security requires policies that both reduce costs and boost workers’ earnings.
Three Things DC's New Mayor and Council Need to Know About Nonprofits As DC prepares to elect a new mayor and council, it is crucial for candidates to understand that a vibrant nonprofit sector is increasingly important to the overall vitality of the DC region.Congress’s Transportation Reauthorization Bill Would Drastically Underfund Transit and Rail Projects As currently drafted, BUILD America 250 would likely reinforce the United States’ car dependence, depriving Americans of affordable travel options and degrading the environment.Three Things DC’s New Mayor and Council Need to Know to Help Young People Access the Safety Net Many children and young adults in DC who are eligible for benefits don’t receive them. Increasing participation rates could reduce poverty.Three Things DC’s New Mayor and Council Need to Know About Eviction The root causes of eviction are complex, so candidates should consider all policy levers to help stabilize residents, landlords, and the District.Expanding the Supply of Child Care Starts with Two Key Questions To ensure every family has access to the child care they want and need, states and localities should identify and address the unique challenges facing their communities’ current and aspiring providers.How Universities and Hospital Systems Affect Local Economies Understanding the connection between municipalities and higher education and health care systems, or “eds and meds,” is critical to advancing local economic growth.