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Supreme Court

4 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on SCOTUS Affirmative Action Cases

On Monday the Supreme Court will be hearing arguments for two cases that both challenge race-conscious admission policies at universities. For...
Marijuana

4 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on Marijuana Pardon

Today President Biden announced that he is pardoning all federal offenses of simple marijuana possession. For reporters covering what many consider to...
Classroom

New Member Spotlight: Andrew Pendola On Solving the Teacher Shortage

“Teachers do not leave the classroom because of low salary; they leave because they feel undervalued. They do not leave because of the students; they...
College campus

New Member Spotlight: Lara Perez-Felkner Tackles Inequality in STEM Education

“In order to best support STEM students, and especially, to help underserved students thrive in these programs and open the door for high-paying...
Maine Capitol

New Member Spotlight: Winifred Tate Advocates for Drug Policy Reform

“The need for expanding the Good Samaritan law is urgent. To stem this grim tide of death, we must do more, and we must empower everyone, especially...
gun policy

5 Experts Available for Analysis of Gun Control Following Texas Mass Shooting

In light of this week's horrific mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas, gun control legislation is once again being debated. For reporters...
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4 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on Buffalo Mass Shooting

For reporters covering this weekend's horrific mass shooting in Buffalo, the following experts are available to provide commentary, context, and...
Congress

SSN Member Spotlight: Jamila Michener on Addressing Racial Inequities

“ Access to high quality, affordable health care offered to all, in ways that convey dignity and respect, has great potential to amplify the voices of...
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New Member Spotlight: Michael Kraus on Talking about Racism in America

“ Real progress toward racial equity in the United States must be based in an American public with a more accurate conception of the complex and...
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Statement on University Obligations to Support Freedom of Discussion, Research, and Teaching

Freedom of research, responsible teaching, and civic engagement based on frank discussion are principles that all civically committed academics should...