Confronting Harmful Federal Disability Policy in Health and Human Services
New America’s second Advancing Disability Access Forum examined how recent changes at HHS threaten the health and wellbeing of disabled people, older adults, and children.
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The ethical character of algorithms depends on the evaluation of the purposes for which they are designed and used.
The Need to Regulate AI Implementation in Public Assistance Programs
We must consider the possibilities for malintent that accompany the automation of agencies serving some of the population’s most vulnerable.
Trump’s Proposal to Eliminate Federal Library Funds Could Affect Digital Literacy and Media Mentorship Programs
Media mentorship programs are funded through the Institute for Museum and Library Services, which Trump proposes to eliminate.
‘Queer Eye’ and Sweet Potato Pie
Season 3 brings up—and doesn’t neatly answer—questions about the commodification and commercialization of family recipes and legacies.
From Overconfidence in Research to Over Certainty in Policy Analysis: Can We Escape the Cycle of Hype and Disappointment?
The answer lies in understanding research methods and biases.
How to Fuel Government Innovation That Lasts
The answer lies in embracing innovation that’s slow and small—instead of fast and flashy.
Jail Time for CEOs?
A new bill from Elizabeth Warren proposes potential jail time for CEOs over massive consumer data breaches.