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- Economic Mobility Project
Opinion Poll on Economic Mobility and the American Dream
In early 2009, the project commissioned a national survey and series of focus groups to provide a more accurate picture of how Americans view their own economic mobility and to better understand how their perceptions square with the reality of
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March 2, 2009
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- Stateline Story
States Brace for New Safety Net Money
The $789 billion economic stimulus bill includes aid for the poor that most experts agree will quickly flow back into the ailing economy, as cash-strapped families spend it on basic necessities. But already swamped state agencies face the daunting challenge of quickly getting the new money to those who need it most.more -
- Stateline Story
Texas State of the State Address 2009
AUSTIN, Texas - Jan. 27 - Following is the prepared text of Gov. Rick Perry's (R) 2009 state of the state address: It is truly an honor for me to be here with you today. Lt. Governor Dewhurst, it is a pleasure to share this stage with you as we begin another session together. Speaker Straus, congratulation
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- Stateline Story
In-State Tuition Law Faces Challenge
California lawmakers took a risk seven years ago when they gave college students who are in the country illegally an in-state tuition break. Soon, lawmakers will find out whether their statute - similar to laws in nine other states - holds up in court.more -
- Stateline Story
Slumping Economy Hits Prosperous States
With the fall in energy and farm prices, many well-off states are finding they can't escape the national recession.more -
- Stateline Story
States Warned to Prep for Election Glitches
Eight years after voting irregularities marred the 2000 presidential election, most states still are not as prepared as they should be for Election Day glitches, from machine breakdowns to a shortage of emergency ballots, according to a new report by voter advocacy groups.more -
- Report
- Election Initiatives
Being Online Is Not Enough
This 2008 report examined election websites' usability and found that when voters cannot easily locate information online, limited resources are diverted to operate costly help lines.
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- Stateline Story
WORTH NOTING: 'Hockey mom' to make NHL debut
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) will take part in Saturday's Philadelphia Flyers-New York Rangers game. Devotees of fish pedicures in Texas and the state of Washington will have to settle for more traditional foot-cleansing methods. And an Iowa appeals court finds that slow-pitch softball is a contact sport. In case you missed those stories this week, "Worth Noting" fills you in.more -
- Stateline Story
Final Convention News From State Delegations
Were Oklahoma's Ron Paul delegates disenfranchised? more
