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This paper examines how the U.S. Army’s long-standing value framework must evolve to meet the moral, ethical, and operational demands of modern conflict. It argues that today’s leaders operate in…

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As digital transformation reshapes how people live, work, and learn, education systems are being challenged to support learning across an entire lifetime. This OECD report examines how countries are strengthening…

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Understanding how different industries are linked to environmental and social impacts is becoming increasingly important for policymakers, businesses, and regulators. This OECD report examines where evidence and expert perspectives align—or…

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As research data plays a growing role in regulatory decision-making, questions around quality, reliability, and relevance are becoming more important than ever. This OECD guidance explores how research data can…

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This Census Bureau working paper explores how long-term population decline in micropolitan areas is closely tied to worsening health outcomes. Using decades of demographic and health data, the analysis shows…

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This paper examines long-term trends in regulatory fees and expenses paid by SEC-registered broker-dealers using FOCUS data from 2010 through 2024. It highlights how these costs vary widely by firm…

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The holiday season brings opportunities to celebrate, but for federal employees it can also introduce unexpected ethics considerations. This resource outlines common scenarios—from office parties and gift exchanges to invitations…

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This FCC compliance plan outlines how the agency will responsibly deploy artificial intelligence while aligning with federal law, executive direction, and OMB guidance. It details governance structures, risk management processes,…

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This OECD report examines how competition enforcement has evolved globally over the past decade, drawing on data from 66 jurisdictions between 2015 and 2024. It highlights shifting priorities in merger…

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This factsheet examines how violations of religious freedom around the world often intersect with torture and ill treatment, revealing how state and nonstate actors use coercion, abuse, and discriminatory practices…

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High-quality early childhood education shapes lifelong outcomes, strengthening children’s cognitive, social, and emotional foundations while reducing inequalities that emerge as early as age five. The report highlights how early learning…

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This GAO report uncovers how individuals received duplicate Medicaid, CHIP, or APTC benefits across multiple states, resulting in more than $1.6 billion in potential overpayments in FY2023. Weak data matching,…

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The 2023 correctional data paints a clear picture of how the U.S. justice system continues to shift, with more than 5.5 million adults under some form of supervision nationwide. Although…

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The latest national prison statistics reveal a continued rise in state-level incarceration, marking the first back-to-back yearly increases in more than a decade. While the overall population grew to 1.25…

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This checklist outlines how state technology leaders can embed accessibility into every stage of the procurement lifecycle, from initial planning to long-term monitoring. It emphasizes that accessible technology is not…

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