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How many people are wrongly convicted of crimes in Oregon?

The Oregon Department of Justice vigorously fights compensation for wrongful convictions, despite many convicted being genuinely guilty.

Trump claims he'll make inflation 'vanish completely.' Here's why experts disagree

Trump claims he can eliminate inflation if re-elected, but economists fear his policies would likely worsen the situation.
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Corporate UK tax breaks to cost 20bn more than they generate, study finds

Corporate tax breaks are expected to impose a significant fiscal cost while generating only a fraction in fresh investment, questioning their efficacy.

Raise corporate tax rates! No, cut them! Maybe take a look first?- Harvard Gazette

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act shows limited benefits from corporate tax cuts, challenging partisan narratives on tax policy.

Corporate UK tax breaks to cost 20bn more than they generate, study finds

Corporate tax breaks are expected to impose a significant fiscal cost while generating only a fraction in fresh investment, questioning their efficacy.

Raise corporate tax rates! No, cut them! Maybe take a look first?- Harvard Gazette

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act shows limited benefits from corporate tax cuts, challenging partisan narratives on tax policy.
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If Trump Wins: Immigration and Foreign Affairs | KQED

Potential Trump presidency could lead to stricter immigration enforcement and alterations in foreign alliances.

Extra cash for mental health would help UK more than new roads, study says

Investing in mental health services yields greater economic benefits than traditional infrastructure projects.
Government spending should prioritize wellbeing improvements, especially in health and education.

Kamala Harris' $25,000 down payment assistance plan is a band-aid fix for the housing crisis, Zillow's chief economist says. 3 policies that will actually help home affordability.

Down payment assistance proposals do not solve the underlying housing supply crisis, potentially worsening the situation instead.
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2 months ago
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What has worked to fight climate change? Policies where someone pays for polluting, study finds

Effective climate policies must include pricing mechanisms to achieve significant emissions reductions.
Many attempts to curb carbon emissions by countries are ineffective without financial incentives.

A controversial experiment to artificially cool Earth was canceled - what we know about why

Public engagement is crucial before launching experiments with potential global consequences.

What has worked to fight climate change? Policies where someone pays for polluting, study finds

Effective climate policies must include pricing mechanisms to achieve significant emissions reductions.
Many attempts to curb carbon emissions by countries are ineffective without financial incentives.

A controversial experiment to artificially cool Earth was canceled - what we know about why

Public engagement is crucial before launching experiments with potential global consequences.
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NY at Work report: Cost of living most critical issue | Cornell Chronicle

The cost of living is the biggest issue for over 65% of poll respondents in New York.

Job alert: Berkeleyside is hiring an education reporter

Berkeleyside seeks an education reporter to cover challenges and successes within local schools and provide insights into educational policies affecting students.

More than 90,000 children in Ireland have 'ongoing need' for housing, as areas with longest lists revealed

6.6% of children under 18 are in households waiting for social housing, requiring significant state investment.
Over €35 billion is needed to build social housing for those currently in need.
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