Features

Utah

Chapter Spotlight: For Utah SSN, a Deep and Fast-Paced Dive into Policy

“We had an idea of some of the bills that were going to come up. We wanted to figure out how to get people prepared to engage in a way that might be...
waste water

Member Spotlight: Two Different Perspectives, One Impactful OpEd

What do a sociologist and an engineer have in common? For professors Michael Haedicke and Jean MacRae , who study environmental pollutants from...
Marijuana

4 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on Marijuana Pardon

Today President Biden announced that he is pardoning all federal offenses of simple marijuana possession. For reporters covering what many consider to...
Maine Capitol

New Member Spotlight: Winifred Tate Advocates for Drug Policy Reform

“The need for expanding the Good Samaritan law is urgent. To stem this grim tide of death, we must do more, and we must empower everyone, especially...
gun policy

5 Experts Available for Analysis of Gun Control Following Texas Mass Shooting

In light of this week's horrific mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas, gun control legislation is once again being debated. For reporters...
police car

4 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on Buffalo Mass Shooting

For reporters covering this weekend's horrific mass shooting in Buffalo, the following experts are available to provide commentary, context, and...
Connecticut

Chapter Spotlight: Connecticut SSN Starts Column in Local News Outlet

“The Connecticut Mirror focuses sharply on state politics and public policy, and runs a popular public forum that lets non-journalists address timely...
senate

2 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

This week, a bipartisan group of senators reached a deal to renew the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). For reporters covering this bill, the...
Florida

Chapter Spotlight: Florida SSN Runs Workshops with Local Policy and Media Experts

"As a state legislator and a doctoral student at UCF, I know there are disconnects between research and policy making; it's great to have the...
Gun

5 Experts Available for Timely Analysis on SCOTUS Gun Rights Case

The Supreme Court is preparing to make some deeply impactful decisions during this session. One of the cases the Court will be hearing arguments on...