"Now is a time, if there ever was one, for a call for simple coexistence, for the value of human life, human dignity, and humility." Natan Sachs explains the recent events that led to a "perfect storm" of conflict among Israelis and Palestinians, urging an end to the destruction and violence.
The Census Bureau estimates that roughly 7 million Americans have fallen behind on rent, with debts averaging $5,400 per household. Jenny Schuetz explains how local governments can combine short-term rent relief investments with policies that improve the long-run health of housing markets.
Investing in clean water provides clear benefits and appears to have bipartisan support, but progress remains uneven. Sophia Campbell and David Wessel outline the health and economic harms associated with lead in drinking water and discuss how President Biden's American Jobs Plan could help address the problem.
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