In this Below the Fold, first learn about “Choose Medicare” legislation by Senators Chris Murphy of Connecticut and Jeff Merkley of Oregon that would allow individuals and businesses to purchase Medicare plans. Next, learn about a proposal from the Department of Homeland Security to add a public charge to immigration applicants, meaning a charge in the […]

GW WonkCast S3E13-1: Below the Fold: Medicare Legislation and Proposed Changes to Immigration Policy

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In this episode, the GW WonkCast team welcomes guests Richard Kahlenberg and Da’Shon Carr to speak about the repercussions of the recent Affirmative Action decision made by… Read more "GW WonkCast S7E2 – Leveling the field: What comes after Affirmative Action?"

GW WonkCast S7E2 – Leveling the field: What comes after Affirmative Action?

The GW WonkCast has returned! Season 7, Episode 1 begins after nearly a year hiatus with a new team, co-host Ali Ulin, co-host Nathan Varnell and producer… Read more "GW WonkCast S7E1 – “Let’s Just Make It All Free”: A Conversation on State Welfare Policy with Matt Bruenig & David Trimmer"

GW WonkCast S7E1 – “Let’s Just Make It All Free”: A Conversation on State Welfare Policy with Matt Bruenig & David Trimmer

Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Garrett Kephart (MPP ’07) and Chris Smith (MPA ’86) from the Trachtenberg School Advisor Council. In this… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E5: How do you solve a problem like climate change? A surprising proposal from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission presents one solution"

GW WonkCast S6E5: How do you solve a problem like climate change? A surprising proposal from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission presents one solution

Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Sarah Nichols, the Sustainable Maine Director for the Natural Resources Council of Maine, an environmental advocacy organization.… Read more "GW WonkCast S6E4: A Case Study of Waste Management in Maine with Sarah Nichols"

GW WonkCast S6E4: A Case Study of Waste Management in Maine with Sarah Nichols

Join WonkCast host William Somes for a special interview with Policy Perspectives author Allison Woolverton, who’s research titled Management of an Aquifer Threatened by Saltwater Intrusion will… Read more "GW WonkCast: Interview with Policy Perspectives’ Allison Woolverton"

GW WonkCast S3E13-1: Below the Fold: Medicare Legislation and Proposed Changes to Immigration Policy

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