Nearly two-thirds of American fourth graders can't read well enough for their grade level, and this isn't just a classroom problem. Kids who struggle with reading often end up in hospital emergency rooms more often, have fewer job opportunities, and face higher chances of ending up in legal trouble
Four cannabis entrepreneurs in Massachusetts have taken legal action to stop a potential statewide vote that would reverse recreational marijuana sales while keeping medical cannabis legal. The group, all active participants in state programs designed to right past wrongs in drug enforcement, filed
People with health issues and those from disadvantaged backgrounds often struggle to access medical care. This is not just about having a clinic nearby. It's also about the journey to get there. A recent study looked into this problem. They talked to 17 community members with various health and soci
In the US, some states have started programs to make up for past mistakes related to cannabis. These programs focus on helping people who were hurt by old laws. They also aim to give everyone a fair chance in the new cannabis business. Five states have taken big steps. Colorado was one of the first
Messages matter when it comes to social equity. Researchers wanted to see if telling people about racial disparities in child tax credit (CTC) policies might actually hurt support for these policies. They did two experiments, one with a big bunch of people from Prolific and another with an even bigg
