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Sheldon Danziger discusses increased U.S. poverty level

Sep 15, 2010
In a new U-M podcast, Sheldon Danziger discusses the anticipated results of a forthcoming U.S. Census Bureau report on U.S. poverty levels. The poverty level, expected to reach 15% for 2009, a two percent increase from 2008. [Listen to the U-M...

Barry Rabe quoted in Grist article, "Michigan governor's race"

Sep 9, 2010
Barry Rabe spoke to Grist in an article about Michigan's gubernatorial race between Republican Rick Snyder and Democrat Virg Bernero.In discussing how best to use federal stimulus funds to strengthen Michigan's economy, Rabe told Grist, "Michigan...

Dean Susan M. Collins welcomes new Ford School students

Sep 1, 2010
Welcome to the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. On behalf of the entire Ford School community, I am very pleased that you have chosen to join us this year. As you begin your studies, you are embarking on a new trajectory, which we hope you...

Matthew Davis discusses parent concerns about cyberbullying

Aug 27, 2010
In a U-M vodcast, Matthew Davis talks about the results of a C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health on cyberbullying. Davis explains the need, especially as a new school year begins, for teachers, parents, and kids to be...

Melvyn Levitsky interviewed by NPR in "War on Drugs" segment

Jul 26, 2010
Melvyn Levitsky was interviewed by the Boston-based NPR public affairs show "You Are Here." In the show titled "War on Drugs," Levitsky discusses the current U.S. drug policy outlined in Obama's 'National Drug Control Strategy.' [Listen to...