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You Must Act
It's important to have compassion and empathy, but we also need to be actively working against the hate and fear that some groups are trying to spread. Translate anger into…
Promoting Collaboration and Inclusion in Land Use Planning
Through our Land Use Education Program, the Center for Public Policy at VCU’s Wilder School provides training and educational programs that help planners make decisions that are legal, fact-based, community-oriented…
Our Current Situation
As public servants, we know that we serve at the pleasure of the public agenda and that we do not serve personal agendas nor the agendas of those that are…
Opportunity Zones Are Knocking. Who Will Open the Door in Your Town?
Opportunity zones, the new economic development program created through President Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, have caused a bit of a frenzy, not just for investors seeking big tax…
You’re Better, VA—Now Show Us Your Best!
Veteran Affairs needs to better serve the needs of United States veterans. We have made some progress and many veterans are grateful for that. But it is too long in…
Local Government: the Forgotten Civil Service
Spare a thought for your local Senior Associate Departmental Analyst.…
Beyond Breaking Up Big Tech
Eliminating monopolies in the technology sector is important, but there is an even greater threat that lurks: racial discrimination and bias in artificial intelligence (A.I.) algorithms.…
Teaching & Learning Moments: Creating Space for Gratitude, Reflection, Healing and Needed Change
There may be a blind eye—whether intentional or not—many of us in the public and nonprofit sectors have towards often-overlooked historical narratives. Our blind eye reflects the absence of learning…
Preferred Practices for Promoting School Safety
In light of increased attention to school safety in the United States, the Center for Public Policy at Virginia Commonwealth University’s L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs…
Factors Influencing Employment Capacities of Local Governments
Decisions on public employment are crucial for a number of reasons. First, the delivery of local services depends on a sufficiently sized workforce in local governments. What are some core…
Governments, Get the Message: Text Message Referendum in Mongolia
In 1945, Mongolia held its first national referendum. In this referendum, Mongolians voted overwhelmingly in favor of independence from China. 70 years later, Mongolia is still holding national referendums, but…
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