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Sep 30 • Kenneth Hunter

How Does Budget Uncertainty Impact Job Satisfaction for Federal Workers?

Research suggests that budget size matters more, at least in advance of the currently shifting paradigm.

Sep 23 • Optimistic By Choice

Would the President’s “Dividend” Proposal move the Economy?

New Measure evaluates Short-Term Impact of Prior Stimulus Efforts

Sep 17 • Kenneth Hunter

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Understanding Fiscal Impact of Medicaid Expansion on States

Recent research shows increased reimbursements, and potentially higher for non-participating populations

Sep 8 • Optimistic By Choice

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Can Municipalities Gain Control Over Credit Ratings?

New research reaffirms value of strong financial oversight

Sep 1 • Optimistic By Choice

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August 2026

TIFIA achieves impressive leverage for Transportation Improvements

A lesser-known federal program applies $1 billion dollars to unlock $12.6 billion worth of transportation infrastructure refinancing

Aug 25 • Optimistic By Choice

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May 2026

How Budget Rules Shape State Rainy Day Funds

When downturns hit, lawmakers face a painful choice: raise taxes, issue debt, or cut public services.

May 19 • Optimistic By Choice

April 2026

Bond Measures Are Won and Lost on Communication

So, what matters to voters?

Apr 1

March 2026

How Did Local Government Budgets React to the Opioid Crisis?

Hydrocodone was rescheduled in 2014, significantly reducing the supply of prescription opioids. What happened next?

Mar 24

Do Bond Markets Punish Nonprofits for Aligning With Donor Preferences?

Evidently, yes.

Mar 11

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December 2025

Trump and the Federal Budget: High Noon for the Separation of Powers?

An interview with Phil Joyce about the power of the purse, and checks and balances.

Dec 18, 2025 • Optimistic By Choice

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November 2025

What Happened When Alaska Put Teachers In Charge of Their Own Retirement?

Pension Lessons From The Last Frontier

Nov 5, 2025 • Optimistic By Choice

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