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Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

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Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

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America’s Counterterrorism Wars

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America’s Counterterrorism Wars

Tracking the United States's drone strikes and other operations in Pakistan, Yemen, Somalia, and Libya.

Apr 13, 2026

Peter Bergen, David Sterman, Melissa Salyk-Virk

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

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Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Analysis of SLCM-N shows its strategic value depends primarily on future conditions—not on the system itself.

Feb 26, 2026

Amy J. Nelson, Mariam Kvaratskhelia

The Subprime PLUS Loan Crisis: How Universities Steer Low-Income Families Into Unaffordable Debt

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The Subprime PLUS Loan Crisis: How Universities Steer Low-Income Families Into Unaffordable Debt

A potential subprime PLUS loan crisis is looming, encouraging low-income families to take on unaffordable debt can only lead to disaster.

Feb 12, 2026

Stephen Burd

What 6G Should Be: Ubiquitous and Seamless Connectivity, Not Just Another “G”

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What 6G Should Be: Ubiquitous and Seamless Connectivity, Not Just Another “G”

A pro-consumer 6G wireless ecosystem will achieve mobile, Wi-Fi, and satellite interoperability with ubiquitous and seamless connectivity.

Jan 22, 2026

Michael Calabrese, Jessica Dine

Mapping the Landscape of Degree Apprenticeship: Expanding a Promising Model for Mobility

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Mapping the Landscape of Degree Apprenticeship: Expanding a Promising Model for Mobility

A first-of-its kind overview of degree apprenticeships in the U.S., where they exist, what they look like, and what makes them strong.

Jan 20, 2026

Lancy Downs, Braden Goetz, Ivy Love

Connected and Thriving: Youth Apprenticeship and Opportunity Youth

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Connected and Thriving: Youth Apprenticeship and Opportunity Youth

Youth apprenticeship is a favorable option for keeping youth connected to school and work.

Jan 13, 2026

Sarah Oldmixon

The Case for Child Care Plus Coworking: A Model that Empowers Families and Neighborhoods

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The Case for Child Care Plus Coworking: A Model that Empowers Families and Neighborhoods

A new report argues co-locating child care with workspaces can benefit child care workers, parents, and entire communities.

Dec 18, 2025

Georgia Norton

Threat Complacency and Nuclear Risk: Addressing Old Threats in a New Era

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Threat Complacency and Nuclear Risk: Addressing Old Threats in a New Era

This report explores why public awareness of nuclear threats fails to spark action—and how to break the cycle.

Dec 11, 2025

Amy J. Nelson

The Impact of Increased ICE Activity on the Child Care Workforce and Mothers’ Employment

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The Impact of Increased ICE Activity on the Child Care Workforce and Mothers’ Employment

The surge in ICE arrests erodes the child care workforce and pulls mothers of young children out of the labor market.

Dec 10, 2025

Chris M. Herbst, Erdal Tekin

Strategies for Re-Enrolling Adult Learners at Community Colleges

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Strategies for Re-Enrolling Adult Learners at Community Colleges

This report reviews states’ and community colleges’ strategies to encourage adults to re-enroll in school and suggests other research.

Dec 2, 2025

Ivy Love, Sarah Nzau, Tiffany Thai

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Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate

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Here Where We Live Is Our Country

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America’s Counterterrorism Wars

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

The Subprime PLUS Loan Crisis: How Universities Steer Low-Income Families Into Unaffordable Debt

What 6G Should Be: Ubiquitous and Seamless Connectivity, Not Just Another “G”

Mapping the Landscape of Degree Apprenticeship: Expanding a Promising Model for Mobility

Connected and Thriving: Youth Apprenticeship and Opportunity Youth

The Case for Child Care Plus Coworking: A Model that Empowers Families and Neighborhoods

Threat Complacency and Nuclear Risk: Addressing Old Threats in a New Era

The Impact of Increased ICE Activity on the Child Care Workforce and Mothers’ Employment

Strategies for Re-Enrolling Adult Learners at Community Colleges

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