Summary
This op-ed offers a concise, argument-driven perspective on a current public policy issue, grounded in evidence, practical experience, and clear analysis. The piece aims to provoke thought, inform debate, and present policy implications accessible to policymakers, practitioners, and scholars alike.
Submissions should:
- Be approximately 800–1,000 words
- Present a clear thesis on a timely public policy challenge
- Draw on relevant data, research findings, or case studies
- Offer actionable insights or recommendations for decision-makers
- Be written in a compelling, accessible style suitable for a broad public policy audience
The Sanford Journal of Public Policy welcomes op-eds from academics, practitioners, students, and thought leaders who can bring fresh perspectives to pressing local, national, or global policy issues.
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The Youth Boom No One is Preparing For
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What Will It Take for People to Care About Climate Change? A Job.
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Our planet has beef with the meat industry, and you should too
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From Georgia to Ukraine: Putin’s Pattern of Invasion We Keep Ignoring
The scale of the war in Ukraine is the most pressing issue of the contemporary world. One might wonder why Ukraine is vital in the…
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When Algorithms Become Slumlords: Chicago’s Rent Crisis by Design
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