Unhealthier States have Lower COVID-19 Testing Rates
This data slice dissects the various rates of state testing for COVID-19 across the country, and explains implications of the low test rates in the unhealthier states.
Banks quoted in Detroit News article on deploying National Guard
See related: COVID-19, State & Local, United States
Mobilization of the Substance Use Disorder Recovery Community in the time of Coronavirus
This issue brief explains the recovery community's resilient response to the social distancing mandates from COVID-19 and notes recommendations for policymakers. This brief also includes a broad list of recovery resources.
McCormick discusses Mexico's response to coronavirus in the Hill
"With poorly communicated and inconsistent messaging that offers no clear guidelines, [Mexico's] federal government’s inaction has given rise to widespread rumors that are beginning to stoke panic and insecurity," says Gladys McCormick, associate professor of history and Jay and Debe Moskowitz Endowed Chair in Mexico-U.S. Relations.
See related: COVID-19, Government, Latin America & the Caribbean
This is who Americans trust about coronavirus information
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As Schools Close due to the Coronavirus, Mental Health Care for Children Must be Protected
This data slice highlights the expansive nation-wide school closings due to COVID-19 and encourages providers and government bodies to support the mental health needs of students across the country.
COVID-19: Playing the Long Game for your Mental Health
This issue brief provides a new lens to view the pandemic of COVID-19 and offers simple, practical, and action-oriented ways to mange your mental health for the long term during this time of uncertainty.
Lerner Center brief focuses on COVID-19, keeping older NYers healthy
See related: Child & Elder Care, COVID-19, U.S. Health Policy, United States
Reeher weighs in on Trump's tone during current crisis in the Hill
"In the last two weeks, there are moments when he [President Trump] has sounded more ‘presidential’ than I have ever heard him," says Grant Reeher, professor of political science and director of the Campbell Public Affairs Institute. "At the same time, he will revert to the old Trump. It’s hard to make sense of those things."
See related: COVID-19, Federal, United States
McDowell explains the Fed's emergency measures in the Washington Post
By once again deploying its crisis tool kit, Fed officials indicated that the pandemic could drive the global economy into a more severe shock than anything seen in more than a decade, says Associate Professor of Political Science Daniel McDowell and his co-authors.
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The Spatial Distribution of New York State’s Older Population: Let’s Keep New York’s Older Adults Safe and Healthy during the Coronavirus Pandemic
This brief addresses the concern for older adults' health during the COVID-19 outbreak, highlights the distribution of this population throughout New York State, and recommends ways to keep them safe during this time.
Eatman named finance director for the Town of Hamden, Conn.
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Maxwell ranks #1 again, celebrates 25 years of U.S. News ranking
"We are grateful to receive the recognition of our peers, at the same time we recognize with deep appreciation the excellence and hard work of our colleagues and friends at institutions around the country,” says Dean David M. Van Slyke. “Collectively our work has never been more important as public-service oriented professionals around the world are mobilizing in response to the coronavirus pandemic."
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Lovely comments on future of US-China trade deal in Washington Post
See related: China, COVID-19, Economic Policy, New York State, Trade, U.S. Elections
The Gender Gap in Alcohol Deaths is Much Larger in Some States than Others
This brief describes which states have the highest rates of alcohol-related death among men and women.
Banks discusses FISA reforms with Sinclair Broadcast Group
Professor Emeritus William C. Banks says the changes to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act process in the bill would increase accountability for abuses of the system and require the FBI to disclose more information to the court.
See related: Congress, Law, U.S. National Security, United States
Popp quoted in S&P Global article on electric vehicles, 2020 election
David Popp was interviewed for the S&P Global story, "Biden, Sanders eye broader EV adoption on road to 2020 election," stating that he is "highly skeptical" of reaching 100% EV sales by 2030.
See related: Environment, U.S. Elections, United States
Reeher weighs in on coronavirus communications in Newsday
Grant Reeher, professor of political science and director of the Campbell Public Affairs Institute says, "If it’s constant updates and endless press conferences with nothing new but an updated number, it doesn’t help," about how much information should be shared about the coronavirus pandemic.
See related: COVID-19, Media & Journalism, United States
Lovely quoted in Christian Science Monitor article on impact of COVID-19 on globalization
Professor Mary Lovely was interviewed for the Christian Science Monitor about the COVID-19 crisis and its impact on creating a more globalized world, while other professionals argue less globalization impact.
See related: COVID-19, Economic Policy, International Affairs, United States
Khalil discusses the Syrian war, Russia in USA Today
"Moscow views the Syrian civil war as a foreign-influenced crisis that threatens the broader Middle East region and its interests there and at home," says Osamah Khalil, associate professor of history.
See related: Conflict, Middle East & North Africa, Russia