2024-04-24 22:05
History and Background of Tobacco Advertising
Tobacco companies have employed various advertising methods over the past 75 years. Advertising initially began in the 1940s when tobacco com… Read More
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The mission of the Alliance for Citizen Engagement is to help people quickly identify, understand, and engage with their key political issues.
2024-04-24 18:44
So, you figured out registering to vote, now HOW do you vote? With voting laws mainly being determined by state and local governments, understanding the voting process can be complicated. Th… Read More
2024-04-22 19:46
William (Will) Vaccaro is a current Junior studying History at Williams College (though is spending the year studying International History and International Relations at the London School o… Read More
2024-04-22 19:33
Stella is a senior at Barnard College, majoring in Political Science and minoring in History. She is originally from Juneau, Alaska and some of her main political research interests include… Read More
2024-04-22 19:30
Gabriel Kraemer is a freshman at the University of Chicago studying political science. Originally from Washington, D.C., Gabriel is interested in how electoral processes affect policy o… Read More
2024-04-22 19:24
Ariana, currently a junior at the University of Texas at Austin, is actively pursuing a dual degree in Economics and Government, along with a Distinguished Scholars Certificate in the Libera… Read More
2024-04-20 18:56
Overview:
Local governments get their authority to rule only as it is granted by the state. They are the closest form of government to the people, therefore they have a deep understanding… Read More
2024-04-19 23:56
Social Security and Medicare are central topics in the 2024 Presidential election as they play crucial roles in ensuring the economic security and health care access of Americans. Social Sec… Read More
2024-04-19 23:55
In 2013, the Supreme Court struck down the preclearance requirement of the Civil Rights Act which required some states to get prior approval before changing their election laws in order to p… Read More
2024-04-19 23:54
Education remains a focal point in presidential elections, with costs, curriculum, access, and educational disparities emerging as significant concerns for voters. Republicans generally advo… Read More
2024-04-19 23:53
The conversation surrounding the balance of gun rights and community safety can be a politically divisive issue. As it stands the Second Amendment protects the right of gun ownership… Read More
2024-04-19 23:52
Taxes play a central role in politics and elections as they directly affect individuals and businesses financial well-being and are responsible for funding essential government services. Dem… Read More
2024-04-19 23:51
The issue of immigration is a complex one. In the context of U.S. elections, the question of immigration usually centers around two facets: southern border security and the people who are in… Read More
2024-04-19 23:50
The issue of international affairs during the US presidency encompasses a wide range of diplomatic, economic, and security challenges. This includes managing relationships with other countri… Read More
2024-04-19 23:48
The U.S. Department of Labor defines inflation as the “overall general upward price movement of goods and services in an economy.” Inflation is generally measured using the Consu… Read More
2024-04-19 23:47
Summary:
Abortion, also known as pregnancy termination, has been a deeply polarizing topic in politics with divergent views shaping policy and public discourse. The Republican party… Read More
2024-04-19 19:16
In its commitment to addressing climate change, the United States is focusing on transforming its existing energy systems to minimize carbon emissions and enhance the adoption of green energ… Read More
2024-04-16 18:21
Introduction
As global temperatures rise, climate change is causing millions of people to be displaced from their homes each year. This phenomenon, known as “climate refugees,&rdquo&hell…Read More
2024-04-03 03:39
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2024-03-29 00:06
Jason Fischer is a third-year undergraduate student studying Philosophy, Politics, & Economics at the University of Pennsylvania. Growing up, he has always had a passion for ensuring jus… Read More
2024-03-29 00:03
Kendall Eddington is a first-year student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign who will be transferring to Cornell University in the fall to major in Biology and Society. As someon… Read More
2024-03-28 23:58
I am a first-year graduate student at Carnegie Mellon University studying public policy management. My research focus is cannabis policy, mass incarceration, and reentry programs. I develope… Read More
2024-03-26 01:00
Background on Infertility & Fertility Preservation
Infertility poses a significant public health challenge, affecting roughly one in six individuals worldwide, irrespective of income… Read More
2024-03-26 00:47
Background
The New York City Rent Stabilization Act, established in 1969, primarily involves two key stakeholder groups: landlords and tenants, with a particular focus on middle and low-i… Read More
2024-03-26 00:19
Infrastructure consists of an extensive network of bridges, dams, highways, and utilities, which are essential for connecting people, goods, and services throughout a nation. Recently, Ameri… Read More
2024-03-21 18:34
Hawni Meyer is a student at Texas A&M- Central Texas. She is studying Political Science and minoring in Forensic Investigations and Criminal Justice. After graduation she plans on persui… Read More
2024-03-21 18:26
Lily Schultz is a senior graphic design major at Curry College in Milton, MA, and looking to go into digital illustration & strategic branding.
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2024-03-14 03:51
The Fair Accountability and Innovative Research Act was introduced in March 2021. The FAIR Drug Pricing Act imposes a requirement on pharmaceutical companies to notify the U.S. Department of… Read More
2024-02-21 15:52
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2024-02-21 15:33
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2024-02-21 15:30
2024-01-30 20:25
Croix is an education and economics double major at Vassar College in New York. Croix’s interests include educational equity and policy. Croix became interested in education after taki… Read More
2024-01-30 16:30
Introduction
For several decades, the United States has led the global fight to eradicate world hunger. Since the early twentieth century, food aid has served as a component of U.S… Read More
2024-01-30 16:20
Anti-satellite weapons, or ASATs, are a growing topic of international concern in the 21st century. These weapons usually consist of a projectile, launched into space on a missile, for the p… Read More
2024-01-30 15:41
Introduction
The development of renewable energy sources like electric vehicle (EV) batteries and wind turbines, crucial for transitioning away from fossil fuels and achieving the P… Read More
2024-01-01 16:22
My name is Colton Jones and I attend Pepperdine University. I am a senior IMC student and I mainly focus on market research and digital marketing. I also love to make music in my free time!… Read More
2024-01-01 16:07
I am a junior at Colgate University majoring in International Relations. I am interested in global affairs, marketing, and wish to seek opportunities with organizations that align with my co… Read More
2024-01-01 15:50
I am Ginny Lu and I am currently a Junior majoring in Marketing at Fordham University. Some of my interests include reading and drawing! It is a pleasure to be part of the team!
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2024-01-01 15:37
Lily has nearly completed her bachelors degree in Communications at Bay Path University. Her interest in this area came from taking courses at Manchester Community College, where she obtaine… Read More
2023-12-05 19:40
Introduction
In recent decades, trade between China and the US has significantly grown, with China being a major source of imports for the United States and a top market for American good… Read More
2023-12-05 18:45
The Global War on Terrorism
The Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) is an ongoing, international counterterrorism campaign led by the United States in response to the September 11, 2001… Read More
2023-11-07 20:29
Sasha Rizika is was ACE’s former communications manager. Currently, she is working on the Social Media team Responsible for Email Marketing. Sasha is a Junior at Lehigh University, m… Read More
2023-10-31 16:37
Since the inception of space exploration, numerous countries have aimed to harness the potential of this vast and unclaimed domain. At the outset of the Space Race, the United States and the… Read More
2023-10-31 16:21
Amid US concern over Iran’s nuclear capabilities, the Middle Eastern nation’s space programs have also come under scrutiny. Tehran’s interest in space dates back to 1957, w… Read More
2023-10-31 15:27
Introduction
India and China have heavily invested in their respective space programs since the 1960s, with both countries vying to become a leading space power. The space race betw… Read More
2023-10-22 20:53
Yuge Deng is a Rutgers University student in New Jersey, pursuing double majors in Business Analytics and Supply Chain Management, with a minor in Politics and Philosophy. With a practical b… Read More
2023-10-16 02:22
Vicky Yang is a graduate student at Columbia University. She is majoring in Instructional Technology and Media. As a Web Design Intern for ACE, she wants to contribute her passion and profes… Read More
2023-10-12 18:44
Quick Facts
Population: 48,196,693
Capital: Madrid
Official Language: Spanish
System of Governance: Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Monarch: King Felipe VI
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2023-10-12 15:21
Introduction
Amid Russia’s ongoing conflict and occupation of Ukraine, the underlying motives driving the war have become increasingly evident. A significant focal point has emerged… Read More
2023-10-10 21:25
Fact Sheet
A small country in terms of landmass, Israel spans 21,937 sq km in the Middle East, bordered by Egypt, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon. It stands as one of America’s robust ec… Read More
2023-09-22 14:26
Introduction
A minimum wage is the lowest hourly pay that employers may give their employees. Each U.S. State has the power to set its own minimum wage at or above the federal minimum of… Read More
2023-09-21 13:49
Chatbots, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), have become increasingly prevalent in the banking industry. The implementation of chatbots in banking increases customer satisfaction and l… Read More
2023-09-20 13:17
Background
Oregon’s Senate Bill 608 passed in 2019 and established statewide rent regulation. The legislation includes a seven percent cap on rent increases (plus inflation) in a gi… Read More
2023-09-19 12:59
A data breach is defined as an incident with loss of control, compromise, or unauthorized disclosure/access of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). PII includes Social Security Numbers… Read More
2023-09-18 11:45
Providing Aid Since 2002
After the attacks against the United States on September 11th, 2001, the U.S. launched a “war on terror,” a global counterterrorism campaign to combat… Read More
2023-09-15 10:32
Source: CIA World Factbook
Ireland, known as the Emerald Isle, is home to more than 5 million people and boasts a rich and distinct history. Once a British Empire colony, Ireland has… Read More
2023-09-14 10:06
Background
In February 2015, Anthem became the first major healthcare provider to experience a cyber attack when attackers stole 80 million records from Amerigroup and Blue Cross Blue Shi… Read More
2023-09-13 17:09
Introduction
Since its decolonization, France has held outsized influence in French-speaking (Francophone) African countries, cemented by its policy of Françafrique, which was desi… Read More
2023-09-12 16:06
Cobalt, originally seen as a simple byproduct of copper or nickel mining, has recently become a critical mineral due to its use in lithium-ion batteries. These batteries are lightweight and… Read More
2023-09-11 15:44
Background
In modern society face recognition technology (FRT) is a part of many people’s daily lives. One common application of FRT that many are familiar with is using Face ID to… Read More
2023-09-08 10:08
Introduction
Book banning occurs when an entity like a school, library, or government takes action to remove, censor, or block access to a book due to objections to its content. Throughou… Read More
2023-09-07 09:39
Critical race theory began as a legal concept that explained how policies can be used to enforce a system that benefits white individuals while ignoring minorities and people placed at an ec… Read More
2023-09-06 09:06
Introduction
At both the federal and state level, governments in the United States are using policy to increase the use of electric vehicles (EVs) over gas-powered cars. Some of these pol… Read More
2023-09-05 11:45
Introduction
Right-to-work laws are a set of regulations at the state level in the United States that allow workers to choose whether or not they want to pay labor dues as a condition of… Read More
2023-09-01 11:27
Background
Cyber attacks during the Biden-Harris administration pushed cybersecurity to the forefront of domestic policy. In 2021, Colonial Pipeline, a large oil pipeline that transports… Read More
2023-08-30 14:28
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that regulates the collection, distribution, and use of consumer credit information. The FCRA defines the rights and obligations related… Read More
2023-08-28 14:21
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the Affordable Care Act or “ACA” for short, is a healthcare reform law that was unveiled in March 2010. The primary… Read More
2023-08-25 14:08
The TikTok ban debate revolves around the popular video-sharing application’s owner ByteDance. While TikTok gained popularity among U.S. users, the government banned the application on… Read More
2023-08-24 11:22
One component of the school choice movement is the implementation of school vouchers, which allow for the use of education tax dollars for tuition at private schools. Policies including K-12… Read More
2023-08-23 11:27
Kosovo is a highly contested area between Serbians and Albanians,who both view Kosovo as ancestral land. Control of Kosovo passed between the Ottoman Empire, Serbia, and Yugoslavia throughou… Read More
2023-08-22 15:12
Introduction
The Inflation Reduction Act, passed in 2022, contained many provisions designed to curb the impact of climate change while also addressing economic issues. The main approach… Read More
2023-08-21 13:53
Background
Humanitarian efforts have evolved in the 21st century, largely driven by the goal of aid organizations to optimize their impact and reduce costs. One significant change is the… Read More
2023-08-18 17:46
The Congo Basin spans six Central African countries: Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Republic of the Congo. The basin is ho… Read More
2023-08-17 17:21
Introduction
South Africa holds a prominent position in Africa as a major economic force with one of the continent’s largest economies and high human development scores. It actively… Read More
2023-08-16 16:44
Introduction
Following the Russian Federations invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the nation’s oligarch class came into the spotlight as the United States and its allies implemented sweep… Read More
2023-08-15 16:33
Introduction
The United States developed a diplomatic relationship with Somalia in 1960 following its independence from British and Italian rule. After a period of stagnation between the… Read More
2023-08-14 16:28
Introduction
Over the last four decades, China’s remarkable growth has shaped the world. With an average annual GDP increase of 9% since its economic reforms began in 1978, the coun… Read More
2023-08-14 13:24
ohn M. Vorgitch Jr. is a Junior studying Criminal Justice and Political Science at Michigan State University. From the Metropolitan Detroit area, and raised by two police officers, John has… Read More
2023-08-14 12:51
Cora is originally from Cape Cod, MA and Spain. She is currently a student at Barnard College of Columbia University pursuing a B.A. in urban studies with a concentration in global health. C… Read More
2023-08-14 12:39
Nate is a graduate of Bates College with a degree in Economics. During his time at Bates, he was captain of the varsity swim team and was recognized as an NCAA All-American. He is passionate… Read More
2023-08-14 12:26
Lauren is the Research Associate for the Economic and Housing Policy team for the Summer of 2023. She is a rising senior at the College of the Holy Cross, double majoring in Economics and Ps… Read More
2023-08-11 15:51
India is at a crossroads between its historical relationship with Russia and its growing relationship with the United States. Shifts in the global security order, including Russia’s in… Read More
2023-08-10 19:34
International fisheries management is the combined efforts of nations across the globe to ensure long-term operational success of fisheries and marine resources. It depends on setting realis… Read More
2023-08-09 11:18
California Assembly Bill 38, signed into law by Governor Newsom in 2019, addresses the issue of home fire safety by enhancing the resilience of housing communities located in high fire sever… Read More
2023-08-08 15:45
Introduction
The Paris Agreement, passed at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP21) in 2015, is an international legislation addressing climate change. Though not the first o… Read More
2023-08-03 14:35
The space industry is a collaborative, international field of study. Space agencies rely on states’ diplomatic efforts to establish and sustain partnerships that facilitate manned and… Read More
2023-07-13 16:54
The Arctic Region
The Arctic is the northernmost region of the Earth, centered on the North Pole. Most scientists define the Arctic as the area within the Arctic Circle, a line of latitud… Read More
2023-07-11 22:03
Introduction
The American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) is a bill proposed in the United States Congress to promote competition in the digital marketplace by addressing antitru… Read More
2023-07-10 22:20
Background
President Nixon initiated the War on Drugs in the 1970s, which was designed to tighten security over the regulation, consumption, offenses, and accessibility of controlled subs… Read More
2023-07-08 22:25
Divya is a third-year undergraduate at the University of Georgia studying public health. While having applied to UGA as an intended pharmaceutical sciences major, she became increasingly int… Read More
2023-07-03 13:57
Background
Hazardous air pollution (HAP) is the contamination of the air by toxic pollutants that can cause serious health effects at high levels of concentration or exposure. While… Read More
2023-06-29 19:23
Background
Generally, local food production refers to systems in which food is produced, distributed, and consumed within the same area. However, there is debate within the local food mov… Read More
2023-06-27 18:29
What are Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?
Also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are “infections that are passed from one pe… Read More
2023-06-14 16:26
Lucas Zhang is a rising junior at Boston University who is studying International Relations with a focus on security studies and the Asia-Pacific Region. Originally from Center Valley, Penns… Read More
2023-06-14 16:24
Celso Torres is currently attending Valencia Seneff Honors College, where he is following a pre-law track. His most relevant experience was attending the Future of Florida Summit, the larges… Read More
2023-06-14 16:23
Declan Tevyaw is a current student of international business at the University of Rhode Island, and his research has a particular emphasis on special foreign policy, specifically policy rega… Read More
2023-06-14 16:22
Modinat Showemimo is a student completing a dual degree program studying Global Policy Studies and Public Health. She is a self-motivated and progress-driven employee and student. She has ex… Read More
2023-06-14 16:21
Guy Shefi is an Israeli-born undergraduate student at the University of California, Santa Cruz. He is double majoring in Politics and History with concentrations in Comparative Politics and… Read More
2023-06-14 16:19
Vishal Sareddy is an incoming sophomore intending to study Political Economy and Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He is from the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia but h… Read More
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