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The cost of Christmas is up, especially for the poor

The cost of Christmas is up, especially for the poor

This year, inflation is threatening to put a dent in Christmas festivities. The cost of gifts, meals, and trips to see family and friends have gone up, to name a few common items. And Americans are noticing.

Are Food Stamp Benefits Too Little?

Are Food Stamp Benefits Too Little?

Key Points Research Indicating SNAP Benefits Are Too Low: Urban Institute tool suggests that the average cost of a meal exceeds the maximum SNAP benefit, emphasizing the potential inadequacy of the program. Concerns About Research Methodology: Emphasizes that SNAP is...

Missouri is first state to pass law addressing benefits cliffs

Missouri is first state to pass law addressing benefits cliffs

Key Points Missouri Leads the Way: The enactment of Senate Bill 82 establishes Missouri as the first state in the nation to address public assistance provisions, breaking ground in reforming safety-net benefits and combating the cycle of dependence on government...

The two-parent privilege and how it helps families escape poverty

The two-parent privilege and how it helps families escape poverty

Key Points The decline in two-parent households is a major driver of income inequality and decreased social mobility in the United States. Two-parent households provide a significant "privilege" for children, leading to better educational and economic outcomes, lower...

Can we restore safety to Atlanta?

Can we restore safety to Atlanta?

The Georgia Center for Opportunity is announcing a new report on violent crime in Atlanta, which highlights the city’s recent spike in violent crime and how to mitigate it.

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The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

In a compelling episode of The Voice of Reason, host Andy Hooser welcomes Josh Crawford to discuss the critical issues surrounding criminal justice reform. With his extensive expertise in public safety, Josh delves into the current state of the criminal justice...

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

Op-Ed: This Father’s Day, men are struggling. We need to help them

RANDY HICKS,  OPINION CONTRIBUTOR As we celebrate Father’s Day on June 16, it’s time for a renewed call to help men flourish in modern-day America. It’s well past time to begin addressing what has emerged as a deep problem in the United States: Aimless, lonely,...

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

Joshua Crawford on The Bill Cunningham Show

Josh Crawford, director of Criminal Justice Initiatives at the Georgia Center for Opportunity, joined The Bill Cunningham Show to discuss how crime is likely to influence the upcoming November election. Tune in to hear his expert analysis on this crucial issue. Listen...

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

Joshua Crawford Featured on The Steve Gruber Show

Josh Crawford, director of Criminal Justice Initiatives at the Georgia Center for Opportunity and a public safety policy leader, recently appeared on The Steve Gruber Show. In his interview, he explores the growing crime divide between Americans and politicians and...

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

Unraveling the Damage Done by Our Welfare System

Education, employment, and family formation are “the building blocks for a flourishing life,” says the leader of the Georgia Center for Opportunity.  But, unfortunately, America’s welfare system includes penalties for both work and family formation, Randy Hicks says. ...

The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser: Guest Josh Crawford

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signs ‘Promise Scholarships’ Bill

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a measure to allow families to spend taxpayer money on private school tuition, which school choice proponents lauded, though critics worry it will cut resources from strapped school systems.   Senate Bill 233, the “Georgia Promise...

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Deep Red Valleys Report

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Georgia's Welfare System Reference Guide

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An Alternative To Incarceration

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A High Price To Pay

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Increasing Employment Opportunities For Ex-Offenders

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Prisoner Reentry | The State of Corrections

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Prisoner Reentry

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Increasing Access to Quality Healthcare for Low-Income Uninsured Georgians

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Disincentives for Work and Marriage in Georgia's Welfare System White Paper

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Disincentives for Work and Marriage in Georgia's Welfare SystemExecutive Summary

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