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Public Finance
4/23/20

LISTEN: Special Briefing on Stress-Testing State Budgets and the Critical Role of Rainy Day Funds

News: Event Coverage

In this virtual panel, experts discussed how governments can deploy fiscal reserves to preserve essential services.
Public Service
4/17/20

Public Service Academy Virtual Design Conference

News: Event Coverage

The seminar aimed to accelerate schools’ planning around expanded engagement of undergraduate learners in public service education.
Public Finance
4/16/20

LISTEN: Special Briefing on the Impact of COVID-19 on the Fiscal Outlook of State and Local Governments

News: Event Coverage

In this online briefing, experts discussed strategies for surmounting the fiscal challenges the pandemic poses for states and cities.
Government Services
4/7/20

Join Us in Pledging to Complete the 2020 Census!

News

The 2020 Census is more than a population count. It's an opportunity to shape your community's future. Complete the Census today!
Public Service
4/2/20

US Leaders Should Heed Findings from the Final Report of the National Commission on Military, National, and Public Service

News

The final report of the Commission aims to ensure our government has the talent it needs to serve the public today and in the future.
Structural Reforms
3/30/20

Paul C. Light’s Reports on Government Reform Garner New Media Attention

News

In addition to a recent media briefing in DC, Senior Fellow Paul C. Light’s work was cited by the Washington Post and CNN.
Public Finance
3/23/20

Government Accountability Office Releases New Report on State & Local Finances

News

The Volcker Alliance served as a key source for GAO in highlighting trends in state and local public finance.
Public Finance
2/27/20

Glasgall Presents New “Truth and Integrity in State Budgeting” Data at UC San Diego

News: Event Coverage

Senior Vice President William Glasgall discussed key findings from the latest report in the “Truth and Integrity” series.
Government Services
2/26/20

Katherine Barrett and Richard Greene Release New Book: Making Government Work

News

Barrett and Greene assess the state of performance improvement efforts, especially in state and local governments.

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