Taryn Morrissey
Professor of Public Policy and Associate Dean of Research, American University
Chapter Member: Maryland-Washington, D.C. SSN
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About Taryn
Morrissey’s research focuses on child and family policy. Overarching themes in Morrissey’s writings include how public policies, including early care and education, paid family leave, and public nutrition assistance, affect child and family well-being. Morrissey has served in senior policy roles in the federal legislative and executive branches, as a member of DC's Early Childhood Educator Compensation Task Force, and as a consultant for federal and local DC organizations, including DC Action for Kids and the Bainum Family Foundation.
Contributions
No Jargon Podcast
In the News
Opinion: "Trump’s Medicaid and Snap Red Tape Will Devastate Millions of Americans," Taryn Morrissey, The Hill, June 12, 2025.
Opinion: "GOP Tax Bill Will Hurt Children and Families," Taryn Morrissey, The Progressive, June 2, 2025.
Guest on Your DC TV, April 18, 2023.
Opinion: "Viewpoint: It Takes a Village, and Supportive Employer, To Care for Family," Taryn Morrissey (with ), Career & Workplace • Guest Comment, The Washington Business Journal, October 21, 2022.
Opinion: "It’s Time for a Comprehensive Early Childhood System, Not Another Band-Aid," Taryn Morrissey (with ), Opinion, The Globe Post, October 26, 2021.