With the cost of college continuing to skyrocket, it is vital that policymakers closely examine this important issue. This paper explores causes of the alarming rise in tuition and recommends ways the state and federal government can work to cut college tuition in the future.
Consolidating Elections to Increase Turnout and Save Taxpayer Dollars
Uniform election dates produce four main benefits: 1) higher voter turnout, 2) election administration cost savings, 3) decreased likelihood of special interests dominating a low-turnout election, and 4) reduced election worker burnout. Key points: Seven states require municipal elections to be consolidated with even-year federal election dates. This increases turnout and saves $29.5-129 million for...