The social benefits of preschool extend far beyond the playground. Yet state officials are working on paring back a fledgling Multnomah County early-education program.
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Posted inPolitics
Texas Redistricting Maneuver May Harm Republicans More Than It Helps
The map may produce a ‘dummymander’ that threatens more GOP incumbents than Democratic ones.
Posted inHealth and Social Policy
GOP Wrecking Ball Slams Through Medical System
Hospitals are shutting down, slashing programs, and laying off staff. And the worst parts of the spending law haven’t even hit yet.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Right-Wing State Tax ‘Revolution’ Rolls On
Several red states, pressed on by Koch-funded conservative groups, are moving to enact flat taxes or eliminate income taxes altogether.
Posted inEducation in America
New York Democrats are Wasting an Opportunity to Reverse COVID Learning Loss
Pilot programs have shown success tutoring students. The state government has yet to follow suit.
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Virginia’s Chill Primary Season
With the governor’s race a done deal, attention has settled lightly on the two other statewide contests.
Posted inTransportation
Chicago’s Public Transit Is in Limbo
As COVID transit money finally runs out, the city looks for new lifelines.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Texas Legislature Beats Back Assault on Clean Energy
With factions determined to crater renewables, Congress could pick up where state lawmakers left off. But rest assured, the energy markets will strike back.
Posted inPolitics
Colorado’s Governor Greenlights Price-Fixing Algorithms
Democrats in Colorado’s legislature unanimously passed a bill reining in price-fixing software like RealPage. Once again, Gov. Jared Polis broke away from his party and vetoed it.
Posted inPolitics
Missouri’s Republican Legislators Repeal Paid Sick Leave
State lawmakers used classic anti-democratic tactics to override their constituents’ clear preference.