Our weekly roundup of policy-relevant reads and IPPSR-connected research.
Problems
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A Happy Spouse May Be Good For Your Health A recent study by IPPSR Affiliate William Chopik finds that your health may be connected to the happiness of your spouse.
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What Other Cities Can Learn From Detroit's Untested Rape Kits IPPSR Affiliate Rebecca Campbell is leading a federally funded investigation on the processing of Detroit’s rape kits.
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MSU Panel Preaches Educational Diversity IPPSR Affiliate Karl Gude is part of the “Brave New Workplace” panel aimed at facilitating important discussions across academic disciplines.
Policy
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$800,000 Awarded For New Water-Related Research Project IPPSR Affiliate Jinhua Zhao is part of research project aimed at measuring the economic value of water.
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Professors Author Book On GM's Decision To Stay In Lansing A new book by IPPSR Affiliate Tomas Hult explores the campaign to keep General Motors Corp. facilities in Lansing.
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Pollinators Need A Cultural Ambassador. Are Butterflies Up For The Task? IPPSR Affiliate Meredith Gore discusses encouraging interest in environmental issues through butterflies.
Politics
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Tulane University Plans Election-Year Presentations IPPSR Affiliate Sarah Reckhow is to give an upcoming lecture on the nationalization of school board elections at Tulane University.
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In Last Night’s Debate, Clinton Went Specific — Like A Democrat. Trump Stayed Broad — Like A Republican. Article by IPPSR Director Matt Grossmann analyzes differences between presidential candidates’ approach to the first debate of election 2016.
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WXYZ Editorial: Amend Michigan Freedom Of Information Act For All Branches Of Government! MPLP Alumni and State Rep. Jeremy Moss leads effort to remove exemption of Michigan governor’s office in the state’s Freedom of Information Act.
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Michigan Set To Become Center Of Driverless Vehicle Technology MPLP Alumni and State Sen. Kenneth Horn discusses the emergence of driverless technology in Michigan.