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The Costs of Declining Fertility Go Beyond Economics

The Costs of Declining Fertility Go Beyond Economics

This article was originally published in The Hill. The fertility decline in the U.S. and around the world has prompted growing concern. Much of the focus has been on societal-level economic problems that could result from sub-replacement fertility.  However, it...

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Nostalgia in America

Nostalgia in America

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Executive Summary

The term nostalgia was coined in 1688, but it has only been in the last quarter century that scholars have begun to systematically study this phenomenon and how the human tendency to longingly reflect on past experiences influences psychological functioning.

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The Science of Hope

The Science of Hope

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Executive Summary

WHAT IS HOPE?

When people are going through tough times, they will often say, “I hope things get better soon.” People may also feel hopeful when they are dreaming about a positive future.

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Millennials Lead American Optimism For the Future

Millennials Lead American Optimism For the Future

This article was originally published in the Harris Poll. With the latest advances in generative AI and large language models, virtual reality, robotics, and more, the role technology plays in modern life is rapidly evolving and expanding. The Harris Poll recently...

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