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Is the UN Population Narrative Losing Ground?
Policy & Legislation Is the UN Population Narrative Losing Ground?

The United Nations' Population Establishment has traditionally played a pivotal role in shaping global perceptions and policies around demographic trends, sexual health, and reproductive rights. However, the 30th anniversary of the landmark 1994 International Conference on Population and

May 9, 2024
Advancing Health Equity Through Enhanced Data on Race
Policy & Legislation Advancing Health Equity Through Enhanced Data on Race

In the United States, healthcare disparities are rooted in a complex web of socio-economic, racial, and ethnic inequalities. Most of these disparities stem from a lack of high-quality data that accurately captures the experiences of marginalized communities. As the nation strives for health equity,

May 9, 2024
NAM Opposes Copyright Exemptions in Right-to-Repair Dispute
Economic & Fiscal NAM Opposes Copyright Exemptions in Right-to-Repair Dispute

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has voiced significant concern regarding exemptions suggested for copyright laws, which would permit the circumvention of protective measures in industrial repair. This issue is at the heart of the escalating "right-to-repair" debate. The

April 24, 2024
How Does Civil Society Uphold Global Human Rights Law?
Policy & Legislation How Does Civil Society Uphold Global Human Rights Law?

In a world marred by widespread human rights abuses, civil society stands as a crucial defender of international human rights law (IHRL) and international humanitarian law (IHL). An event hosted by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) spotlights the vital role that civil

April 24, 2024
FISA Amendment Spurs Privacy Debate Amid Tech Oversight
Policy & Legislation FISA Amendment Spurs Privacy Debate Amid Tech Oversight

The controversial "Stasi Clause," a proposed addition to the U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, has ignited a fierce debate over privacy rights and state surveillance powers. This contentious clause would require citizens to secretly gather intelligence for government agencies, a

April 16, 2024
Is Texas Failing to Protect Latino Communities' Air?
Policy & Legislation Is Texas Failing to Protect Latino Communities' Air?

The health of the air we breathe is a matter of great environmental and public health importance. Its quality can have profound effects on our health and lifespan, particularly in vulnerable communities. A particularly troubling pattern has surfaced where regulatory oversight for air quality may

April 16, 2024
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