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How outdated visa policies drive illegal immigration
Unskilled worker visas are out of reach for most immigrants looking to fill U.S. jobs
Grocery taxes face the chopping block in South Dakota
A citizen-led proposal may eliminate the state’s portion of grocery taxes.
GAO report: nursing homes staffing is a priority to curb COVID spread
Tens of thousands of nursing home residents have been killed by COVID-19 since 2020. GAO report says residents at risk for severe illnesses.
Disentangling the debate over school police
Mass shootings often shape public opinion on school safety. But there are more factors to consider.
Forcing more people to work for food stamps is harmful
“At the very least, SNAP participation does not appear to impact employment nor serve as a disincentive to work,” one researcher wrote.