Economic Development

  The CARES Act’s provision to send $1,200 to people marks a notable shift in politica

Data drives policy development. But many datasets fall short in representing rural realities. Given the increasing attention to rural areas in public policy and popular discourse, along with notable trends disadvantaging rural places—persistent poverty and global economic shifts—this search for “good” rural data is timely.

Join us and Eduardo Porter (Economics Reporter, The New York Times) to discuss his new book, "American Poison: How Racial Hostility Destroyed Our Promise."

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Latino business owners punch above their weight in entrepreneurialism, yet they are also among the most vulnerable in the face of the coronavirus-induced economic standstill.

In an op-ed published in The Hill, ASCEND’s Anne Mosle urges Congress to address the “structural inequities” that threaten the financial stability of families during uncertain times.

Financial Security Program’s Karen Biddle Andres and Tim Shaw wrote a piece for The Hill on the lack of financial protection for American households during a health crisis.

Thrive Rural will work closely with community and economic development, health and civic engagement experts across the nation to create a shared vision and understanding about what it will take to create dynamic, sustainable rural communities where all people can realize their full potential and live healthy lives.

Rural America has the nation’s attention. The media, voters, public officials, investors, and neighbors are all thinking more about the co