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Williana Serve

Williana is a current student majoring in Political Science. Her academic interests revolve around economic and social policy. With aspirations to attend law school and embark on a career in corporate law, she spends her free time engrossed in reading articles on current events and writing.

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America’s Ongoing Battle: Gun Rights Vs. Gun Control

Capstone Project

In this report, the author argues that gun control is a complex issue in the US, with many debating the implications of the Second Amendment. With an increase in gun-related incidents, citizens must consider stricter gun control regulations. The author suggests that citizens in a free democratic society should support gun regulation, in order to ensure safety and freedom.

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United Auto Worker Strikes

Economic Policy

December 23, 2023

Strikes have historically been an effective way for employees to express their grievances about poor working conditions, and low wages. Strikes have occurred in various industries, ranging from entertainment to education. The automobile sector, in particular, has often been a setting for worker strikes. With Shawn Fain, the current United Auto Workers president, at the helm of the resistance against automaker companies, targeted strikes have been launched against factories owned by Ford, Stellanis, and General Motors. This brief aims to evaluate the complexities of the current UAW strike and dive into its history and analyze the policies surrounding the far-reaching economic implications that this strike will have on the workforce in the future.

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Breaking Down Biden’s Foreign Aid Proposal

Economic Policy

January 24, 2024

Foreign aid packages are designed as a tool by donor countries to promote economic, political, and social development in recipient countries by providing funds to combat issues such as poverty, natural disasters, and public health crises. This supports shared interests between the donor country and its recipients. In the midst of current conflicts occurring in Israel and Ukraine, President Joe Biden has proposed a $106 billion aid package that would provide support for the two countries. This brief will examine the intricacies surrounding the suggested package and its implications.

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Housing Market Recovery

Economic Policy

March 24, 2024

Following a continued slowdown in the housing market characterized by low inventory and dwindling activity, there is renewed optimism for 2024. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) predicts that the housing market will experience a revival in 2024, with housing construction and demand presenting signs of improvement. This brief will explore the broader implications of the US housing market recovery predictions for 2024.

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Economic Implications of Evergrande Collapse

Economic Policy

The Evergrande company, a massive Chinese property developer once listed as the world's most valuable real estate company, defaulted and has now been ordered to liquidate, posing both short- and long-term impacts on the Chinese economy. The real estate sector, which has been one of the most important drivers of Chinese growth for years, has started to collapse, with the Evergrande serving as only the first domino. Both the economy and the citizens of China will now suffer due to the damaged real estate industry.

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US Labor Market Shortage

Economic Policy

July 12, 2024

Since the employment crisis at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, with over 30 million Americans unemployed, the US job market has steadily recovered. However, labor force participation rates have dropped significantly since pre-pandemic rates. This brief will explore the implications of the US’ current labor shortage and the impacts on various American industries.

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Rapid Response: Kamala Harris picks Tim Walz as running mate

Rapid Response

August 10, 2024

This brief will analyze Kamala Harris’ choice to make Tim Walz her running mate for the 2024 presidential election. It will consider Walz’s political history and qualifications for this role.

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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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