META BI: A Comprehensive Framework for Behavioral Interventions
Explore the META BI framework to enhance understanding and collaboration in behavioral interventions, for effective nudging.| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
Explore the META BI framework to enhance understanding and collaboration in behavioral interventions, for effective nudging.| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
Washington, DC update: What today’s federal shutdown means for Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP/WIC, ACA Marketplace, HHS operations, and civil rights.| The Arc
Having been raised in Los Angeles, a place with vast swathes of single-family homes connected by freeways, arriving in Costa Rica was […] The post Setha Low on Public Spaces appeared first on Social Science Space.| Social Science Space
‘Blessed are the cheesemakers’ – but not, it seems, in the US. Some years ago, I was at a conference in Madison, […]| Social Science Space
Altering net neutrality to introduce exceptions for “specialized services” risks fracturing the Internet’s features.| Internet Society
Governing boards must act as fiduciaries for their institutions, not extensions of political parties or federal agencies. The post New Higher Ed Compact Threatens Institutional Independence appeared first on AGB.| AGB
The post Letter to Leaders of Congress Requesting Assurance Appropriated Funds be Spent as Intended appeared first on AGB.| AGB
The US Supreme Court will soon consider a case that could fundamentally change how you access the Internet and affect everyone who uses it. Today, the Internet Society filed an amicus brief in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment, a case considering whether Internet service providers (ISPs) should be held liable if they do not […] The post Your Internet Access Is at Risk. We’re Speaking Up appeared first on Internet Society.| Internet Society
Wharton professor of legal studies and business ethics discusses the legal and political challenges surrounding the Federal Reserve’s independence.…Read More| Knowledge at Wharton
Cartmell leads, but many remain undecided. Public split on taxes, frustrated with homelessness and crime. From September 25 to 29, 2025, Abacus Data surveyed 700 eligible voters in Edmonton to assess public opinion heading into the final stretch of the city’s mayoral campaign. The data paints a picture of an unsettled electorate with significant anxiety […] The post Abacus Data Poll: Edmonton Voters Focused on Stability and Affordability as Mayoral Race Heats Up appeared first on Abacus D...| Abacus Data
Note: This survey was conducted from September 12 to 17, 2025, and was originally planned for earlier release. The results predate the Conservative Party’s October 2 announcement of their “Scrap Liberal Bail” platform, and while not connected to that release, they provide important context for understanding Canadians’ perceptions of crime and public safety. Crime and […] The post The Politics of Safety: Why Bail Reform Is Striking a Chord with Canadians appeared first on Abacus Data.| Abacus Data
On September 19, I was invited by Ontario’s Minister of Energy to moderate a panel discussion with some of the country’s leading energy executives. As part of that panel, I delivered a short briefing on some new polling I did to prepare for the Energy Summit. This research was independently designed and was paid for […] The post Canadian Public Opinion on Nuclear Energy appeared first on Abacus Data.| Abacus Data
New research shows Canadians overwhelmingly support equal representation in politics—but give governments and political parties failing grades on progress so far. Canadians have long seen gender equality as a defining value of our democracy. But recent polling conducted by Abacus Data for Informed Perspectives reveals a sharp disconnect between Canadians’ commitment to parity and the […] The post Canadians Want Action on Gender Parity in Politics appeared first on Abacus Data.| Abacus Data
As Parliament resumes, Canadians are anxious but pragmatic. Business, union, and association leaders face both risks and opportunities in 2025.| Abacus Data
At the end of October, the Linux Foundation, the Linux Foundation Europe and OpenSSF will gather leaders across industry, government, and open source communities for three impactful events in Belgium. Together, these back-to-back gatherings will advance collaboration, shape policy, and highlight the critical role of open source in Europe’s digital future.| Open Source Security Foundation
On April 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) finalized a new rule under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), imposing significant digital accessibility requirements on public entities, including public colleges and universities. The post AGB Policy Alert: Federal Government Shutdown Implications for Higher Education appeared first on AGB.| AGB
This spring, Ashley, who wished to be referred to by their first name for privacy reasons, received an email that stopped them in their tracks. The National Science Foundation, or NSF, would no longer be supporting their work with its prestigious graduate student grant. The experiments they had planned for their master’s thesis, studying alligator and crocodile nesting behaviors in the Everglades, now seemed out of reach. “I just burst into tears,” they say. “Like, there goes graduate...| Scienceline
New UCLA research shows ICE arrests vary sharply by state: Texas sees 3–4× higher rates, while California arrests more immigrants without criminal records| UCLA Luskin
ICE detentions of Asian immigrants lacking criminal records surged under Trump.| UCLA Luskin
We are driving south on the Thruway once again. Heading to New York City for the weekend. Gary will be going to see a Met game with our son on Saturday. I will find ways to amuse myself – not a difficult assignment in the City (in my heart the one and only city :)). … Continue reading Reflections on Life in America: A Call to Action| Stories I Tell Myself
Repeal the second amendment! I know that is an inflammatory statement, and maybe unpopular, too, but I need to put it out there. It would be the ultimate irony if we made progress on gun control af…| Stories I Tell Myself
Barry Schwartz and Richard Schuldenfrei— These are all complex issues. Are the tools we typically use to address them up to the task? We think they don’t come close. The... READ MORE The post Choosing the Right Frame and Its Effects on Public Policy appeared first on Yale University Press.| Yale University Press
While college rankings are a fixture of the higher education landscape, shaping family decisions and influencing public perceptions...| AGB
Mark A. Peterson receives APSA’s inaugural Career Achievement Award, honoring his decades of scholarship, mentorship, and influence on health politics and policy.| UCLA Luskin
Chris Zepeda-Millan on how Chicano activism still shapes the fight for justice today.| UCLA Luskin
UPDATE – 12 September 2025: The Wikimedia Foundation will not appeal the UK High Court’s decision to dismiss our challenge to the UK’s Online Safety Act (OSA) Categorisation Regulations. The Foundation will continue to monitor how the Court’s guidance is followed, and Wikipedia is protected as the OSA moves forward. UPDATE: On Monday, 11 August,….| Wikimedia Foundation
The hullabaloo over COVID-19 vaccine recommendations in the U.S. raises some interesting questions about other areas where public health elites have been […] The post Public Health and American Exceptionalism: Part I – Vaccine Mandates appeared first on Social Science Space.| Social Science Space
A recent paper by Wharton’s Herbert Hovenkamp brings perspective to a new court ruling that allows Google to retain its Chrome browser.| Knowledge at Wharton
Can any single country make a difference to climate change? I could make this a short post by just saying, YES. That said, I will give a few more details. Bad Reasons To Do Nothing The other day I was hearing about someone who was relatively well-informed talk about how the US couldn’t really achieve... The post Can Any Single Country Make A Difference? first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
David Suzuki, the famous Canadian environmentalist, just gave a pretty gloomy interview. According to Suzuki in respect of climate change, “it’s too late”. It led me to the question: Is now a good time to give up? It Is Too Late? I’ve never said this before to the media, but it’s too late. David Suzuki... The post Is Now A Good Time To Give Up? first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
Artificial intelligence expert Robert J. Marks investigates the potential military use of lethal AI and examines the practical and ethical challenges. Marks provocatively argues that the development of lethal AI is not only appropriate in today’s society — it is unavoidable. Source| Books – Discovery Institute
About the Book Americans love to trash their politicians as corrupt and self-interested, but they don’t agree on a solution. How can America attract good leaders to the thousands of elective offices in the land? In Polticians: The worst Kind of People to Run the Government, Except for All the Others, Bruce Chapman lays out a bold plan for the changes we need Read More ›Source| Books – Discovery Institute
On August 15, 2025, GitHub’s Open Source Friday series spotlighted the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) in a live interview hosted by Kevin Crosby. Open Source Friday is GitHub’s weekly program that celebrates the creators, maintainers, and contributors who make the open source community thrive. The session introduced the OpenSSF Global Cyber Policy Working Group and the OSPS Baseline, raising awareness of how these community-driven efforts help developers, maintainers, and polic...| Open Source Security Foundation
In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you critical updates on federal policies, funding decisions, and advocacy efforts that directly impact the autism community. […]| Autism Society
It is an old cliché that people in the UK want European levels of public services for US levels of taxation – even if the last government achieved closer to US levels of public services for European levels of taxation. And maybe there is nothing wrong with this: any economist will tell you that a […]| The Policy Sketchbook
Paul Johnson, the director of the IFS, has an article in the Times (also available on the IFS website without a paywall) about how different ideas about fairness are behind some of our political di…| The Policy Sketchbook
A one-size-fits-all approach to nudging can be ineffective, or even backfire. Personalising nudges is a way of recognising and acting upon known heterogeneity across and within groups of people to deliver successful behaviour change. … More How Can We Personalise Nudges?| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
Discover the lessons behind the UK's Eat Out to Help Out scheme and how it successfully revived the hospitality sector during the pandemic.| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
More than three-in-four British Columbians (78%) would increase the amount of food grown, processed and packaged on the ALR.| Research Co.
At the time of writing, there is a new stand-off between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Trump administration […]| Social Science Space
There’s widespread consensus that racism, sexism, and classism are pervasive social problems requiring consensus and coordination to address. However, a recent study in the American Journal of Sociology suggests that Americans understand these problems in very different terms. Using a mixed-methods approach combining interviews with a nationally representative survey, sociologists Lauren Valentino and Evangeline Warren […]| Articles – Contexts
Wharton’s Benjamin Lockwood explains why lotteries are so compelling to consumers, even when they know the odds are stacked against them.| Knowledge at Wharton
It is hard to improve the world even when it should be obvious that the world needs to improve. When things look bad it may be helpful to look at history to observe people fighting injustices that most of us can, thankfully, only imagine. Campaigners in history saw plenty of occasions when it seemed like... The post Social Change Will Always Face Setbacks first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
Congress expanded Pell Grants to cover short-term workforce training programs in high-demand fields The post Congress extends federal financial aid to students in workforce training programs appeared first on Dallas Regional Chamber.| Dallas Regional Chamber
News of a string of talks and workshops in Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane in October 2023. Continue reading →| Rethinking Childhood
Hear leading designers, developers, politicians, play champions and officials from London and around the world discuss my new book Urban Playground at 2 public online panel events on 24 and 25 Feb. Continue reading →| Rethinking Childhood
News of a festive offer, and a sample of page spreads to whet your appetite. Continue reading →| Rethinking Childhood
Covid-19 is less severe in children than adults, but the lockdown has hit them hard. As measures are eased, a balanced approach will be needed. Continue reading →| Rethinking Childhood
Originally posted on Policy for Play: This open letter to the UK government – from play practitioners, researchers, advocates, and industry bodies – urges the Chief Medical Officer and Public Health England to consult with the field on producing clear…| Rethinking Childhood
Alas, we have come to the conclusion of our summertime review of many of my 20-plus research reports and position papers. I trust you have found the principles and advice contained in them useful in your professional endeavors. This wrap-up centers on advocacy efforts. Specifically, we take a look into the new eighth edition of […]| C-suite Blueprint
For those who think “eugenics” mostly represents just a nasty page in history, sociologist R Sánchez-Rivera, has some sobering news. What was […]| Social Science Space
Gerd Gigerenzer has made some important contributions to the study of decision-making. As someone who has been educated in the US system (at least for my PhD) I find it interesting that he largely rejects that approach. He, often correctly, makes the point that a lot of tests of decision-making set those being tested up... The post Intuition Can Be Good Or Bad first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
By Gabe Thomas, CEO/Managing Partner, RP Communities, and past president of the Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga Chattanooga is a special place. Our city has charm, character, and momentum — the kind of energy that draws families, businesses, and opportunity. It’s a place where people want to live, work, and play. But with the […] The post Resisting NIMBYism for the Future of Chattanooga appeared first on Business Trend.| Business Trend
Discover how tariffs raise prices, cut jobs, and slow growth. Learn the economic case for free trade and its impact on Chattanooga’s industries.| Business Trend
[Cross-posted to Front Porch Republic]Regarding Abundance| In Medias Res
Explore how system change and individual behavior change work together to drive climate action in four impactful pathways.| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
Only 37% of the province’s adult residents would grant voting rights to individuals who are 16 and 17 years old.| Research Co.
35 years after the ADA became law, people with disabilities are still fighting for access and equality. The Arc’s CEO calls for action to protect its promise.| The Arc
Let’s say you were asked to name the greatest health risks facing the planet. Priceton University economist Ramanan Laxminarayan, founder and director […]| Social Science Space
For years, the world of cryptocurrency has been synonymous with cutting-edge digital security and the constant threat of sophisticated cyberattacks. The community has honed its skills in protecting its assets from malware, fraudsters, and cybercriminals. But what if the biggest threat to your crypto| Bentham’s Gaze
In this issue of Capitol Connection, see an analysis of the reconciliation package that recently passed Congress. In addition, find updates on new legislation and […]| Autism Society
I took a week off from my day job of aligning AI to visit Forethought and think about the question: if we can align AI, what should we do with it? This post summarizes the state of my thinking at t…| Unexpected Values
Portions of the federal tax bill will bring breaks, credits, and benefits to businesses in the region The post DRC expert: What the federal budget means for business appeared first on Dallas Regional Chamber.| Dallas Regional Chamber
See what we've accomplished—together—in just six months. The post 2025 Mid-Year Impact Report appeared first on Dallas Regional Chamber.| Dallas Regional Chamber
Recent retail theft victories set stage for an employment-focused interim strategy The post Texas Legislature helps protect businesses, elevate quality of life appeared first on Dallas Regional Chamber.| Dallas Regional Chamber
Almost half of Liberal voters in 2025 are open to a merger with the New Democratic Party (NDP).| Research Co.
In this month’s edition of The Evidence newsletter, Josephine Lethbridge explores the gender gap in carbon emissions. A new study of 15,000 […]| Social Science Space
Over the last few weeks criticism of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR/the Convention) and suggestions that the United Kingdom (U.K) should attempt to reform the supranational instrumen…| UK Constitutional Law Association
The House of Representatives recently passed its budget reconciliation package. The bill reportedly changed quite a bit before passing out of the Budget Committee, highlighted in the manger’s amendment. See EDF’s statement for more on the passage of the bill.| EDF+Business
AI safety discussions predominantly focus on easy to conceptualise, highly salient risks including algorithm bias, hallucinations and disinformation. While these are crucial concerns, they overlook a fundamental truth we've learned from other high-stakes fields like aviation and healthcare: sometimes the most dangerous risks can hide in plain sight. Dr Moira Nicolson and Holly Marquez (Government Communications, Cabinet Office, UK Government) introduce a framework for anticipating and managin...| Behavioural Public Policy Blog
Chattanooga’s state lawmakers reflect on key issues from the 2025 legislative session—from school choice and infrastructure to AI regulation and energy growth. Gain insider insights and see what’s ahead for Tennessee. Read the full recap.| Business Trend
In this issue of Capitol Connection, find analysis of the Administration’s budget request for Fiscal Year 2026 and an update on the budget reconciliation process. […]| Autism Society
Prisons have been in crisis in England and Wales for 200 years. The state has responded with piecemeal, ‘pragmatic’ reforms which have […]| Social Science Space
When economic news, especially that revolving around working, gets reported, it tends to get reported in aggregate – the total number of […]| Social Science Space
Isaac Asimov (1920-1992) left a legacy of influence that many more literary writers might envy. In his own lifetime, he was one […]| Social Science Space
Social media data enables researchers to understand current events and human behavior with unprecedented ease and scale. Yet, researchers often violate user privacy when they access, process, and store sensitive information contained within social media data. Social media has proved largely benef| Bentham’s Gaze
In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you key updates on the reconciliation package and its potential impact on Medicaid. You'll also find the latest developments from the Administration, including the kickoff of the appropriations process and highlights from our recent Autism Round Table. With so much at stake, now is a crucial [...] The post Capitol Connection: May 22, 2025 appeared first on Autism Society.| Autism Society
ASWB made problematic changes to the format of its social work exams. It also described a testing process different from what was delivered.| Psychotherapy Notes
By Meriem Hamioui ’25 Last summer, I had the privilege of interning at the Council on Foreign Relations and the American Task Force on Lebanon, where I acquired valuable experience in the fields of policy and diplomacy. In these roles, I developed a deeper understanding of U.S. foreign policy and refined my professional skills as … Continue reading "Reflections on a Summer in Washington: Insights in U.S. Foreign Policy and Diplomacy"| Ike’s Anvil
Economist Rosanna Smart, a professor of policy analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School, will be the featured speaker at the 2025 […]| Social Science Space
Likely voters who are Millennials or Generation Z members are more concerned about housing than their older counterparts.| Research Co.
Every day, decisions that affect our lives depend on knowing how many people live where. For example, how many vaccines are needed […]| Social Science Space
On April 2, United States President Donald Trump declared “liberation day,” unveiling a new tariff (tax on imported goods) regime that targets […]| Social Science Space
In this month’s issue of The Evidence newsletter, Josephine Lethbridge examines how city designs exacerbate gender inequalities – and what we can […]| Social Science Space
Let’s cut to the chase: “The overwhelming majority of murders in the United States involve guns,” says economist Jens Ludwig. “And in […]| Social Science Space
Wherever you stand on the management of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is hard not to accept that it has created a serious […]| Social Science Space
I watched chunks of Senator Cory Booker’s 25-hour speech in the Senate. I did not see or listen to the whole thing. I saw enough and read enough about it to offer some observations. First, I was im…| Stories I Tell Myself
The “Buy Canadian” movement shows no signs of slowing down, as support for enhanced trade with other nations remains high.| Research Co.
The Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) is in the process of updating their influential standards. It’s a long process, and it started last summer with a visioning document called “Reimagi…| Computing Ed Research - Guzdial's Take
The standing of the two major parties has not changed much since the October 2024 provincial election.| Research Co.
The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge by Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933) with introduction and footnotes by Amity Shlaes and Matthew Denhart Calvin Coolidge became the 30th president of the United States on August 3, 1923 upon the death of President Warren G. Harding. He ran for reelection in 1924 and served one full term of his own. … Continue reading The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge| The Key Point
The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) acknowledges the significance of the recent Presidential Executive Order, Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission, particularly in its focus on addressing the growing... Read more »| International OCD Foundation
Value-based care in mental health could improve client outcomes while reducing costs. It also could incentivize therapists' bad behavior.| Psychotherapy Notes
Member-informed priorities guide DRC's advocacy for economic growth in Austin| Dallas Regional Chamber
Four billion people worldwide are estimated to spend over a trillion hours yearly on digital games. People play games across all continents, cultures and demographics. Games are now an integrated p…| Game Analytics Resources
During the final stages of editing the proofs for Artificial Intelligence and Work: Transforming Work, Organizations, and Society in an Age of Insecurity, […]| Social Science Space
The proposed appointment of Robert F Kennedy Jr as secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has provoked howls […]| Social Science Space
In this month’s edition of The Evidence newsletter, Josephine Lethbridge explores how new flexible working policies are effectively reducing the gender pay […]| Social Science Space
Harvard psychology professor Joshua Greene studies the back-and-forth between emotion and reason in how human beings make moral decisions. In this Social […]| Social Science Space
