2024 Cohort B Fellow

Stephen Fowler

Stephen is a rising senior at state college area high school, and enjoys running, debate, and the study of law and government. He plans to study political science and run competitively at a small liberal arts college.

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Felons: Charged with One Year, Sentenced For Life

Capstone Project

More than 19 million Americans currently have a felony on their permanent record. These felonies, while attached on the surface to punishments issued by a judge, carry far more weight than the official punishments.

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Rapid Response: Social Security Number Data Breach

Rapid Response

August 21, 2024

This brief will analyze the recent rise in cybersecurity threats to public safety, focusing on the theft of social security numbers online. It explores the history of cyberattacks, the recent data breach involving a background check company, and the potential consequences for various stakeholders.

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Rapid Response: Governor Newsom Advocates for Restricting Phone Usage in Schools

Rapid Response

August 29, 2024

This brief examines the ongoing debate surrounding the implementation of cell phone restrictions in California schools, prompted by Governor Gavin Newsom's recent push. It explores the historical context of cell phone usage in educational settings and evaluates potential policy options to address the challenges posed by student cell phone use in schools.

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Analyzing Sentencing Reform

Criminal Justice

October 18, 2024

This brief addresses the topic of sentencing reform, examining potential and tried policies that have changed the system.

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Rapid Response: Brazilian Government Bans X

Rapid Response

November 3, 2024

This brief will summarize the recent conflict between X (formerly Twitter) and the Brazilian government, which led to X’s banning in the country, as well as the potential next steps by Brazil and X.

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Rapid Response: 2024 Election Results Analysis

Rapid Response

November 13, 2024

This brief will summarize the 2024 concurrent U.S. elections. It will discuss the results, history, and potential policy effects of the presidential, congressional, and gubernatorial elections.

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Rapid Response: US House of Representatives Elections

Rapid Response

December 15, 2024

This policy brief will summarize and analyze the 2024 election in the House of Representatives, highlighting key races nationwide.

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