Why census undercounts are problematic, the Pakistani prime minister’s upcoming no-confidence vote, and achieving widespread technology use.
| Why digital human capital is important in community building As state and local governments develop their broadband plans, they have an opportunity to do more than just build new networks. Karen Mossberger, Caroline Tolbert, and Scott LaCombe argue that policymakers need to think holistically about how to achieve widespread and inclusive technology use—enhancing not just infrastructure, but the digital human capital to use it. Read more |
| Listen: Imran Khan’s no-confidence vote Yesterday, the no-confidence motion against Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was formally taken up in the National Assembly. Ahead of this development, Madiha Afzal joined The Current podcast to discuss the context around the vote and the implications for Pakistan’s democracy. Listen to the podcast |
| Why census undercounts are problematic for political representation With redistricting wrapping up across the United States, the undercounting of key communities in the 2020 census is already having an impact on their abilities to elect leaders who support their interests. Gabriel Sanchez outlines how descriptive representation is important and what can be done to address the undercount. Read more |
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