The cost of locking people up is a big deal for governments. It is a hot topic to discuss how much of a sentence should be reduced for those in jail. There are policies out there that aim to cut down the number of people behind bars. These policies are often called "second chance" mechanisms. They offer reductions in sentences. The question is, how much support ...
Russia is grappling with a significant HIV crisis, but the approach to tackling it is deeply entwined with politics and traditional values. Since the early 2010s, the Putin administration has been pushing a strong agenda of traditional values. This agenda has shaped how the country views and responds to HIV. Instead of treating HIV as a straightforward health issue, ...
In the world of politics, beliefs play a huge role. They can shape how people see the world and how they interact with others. Two big ideas have been studied a lot in the United States. The first is that people with conservative views often think their beliefs are better than others. The second is that people with extreme views, no matter where they fall on the ...
Have you ever wondered why some people strongly believe in science norms while others don't? This is especially true when it comes to hot-button science topics like COVID-19 or climate change. These topics often spark heated debates, not just among scientists, but also among regular folks. But what influences how non-scientists view these controversial fields? ...
In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech experts from the U. S. Digital Service (USDS) resigned from their roles, citing concerns over the direction of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the leadership of tech billionaire Elon Musk. These experts, who had previously worked for major tech companies like Google and Amazon, felt compelled to leave ...
In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech-savvy federal employees decided to call it quits. They were part of the Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk. These folks were not happy about being asked to use their skills to cut down on important public services. These employees had a strong sense of duty. They had previously worked for bi...
When it comes to climate change, we often hear calls for action. But what about those who aren't typically on board with sustainable living, like conservatives in Western Europe, Israel, and the United States? Well, it turns out that experiencing or expecting natural disasters can change their minds. Research across 24 countries showed that when conservatives face or...
President Biden's Education Department spent over a billion dollars in the past four years on grants for schools to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These funds were used for hiring, programs, and training, all aimed at advancing a divisive ideology. A new report shows that $489 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programs, and $169 million...
Ever wondered how politics can impact your health? A recent study explored this connection by examining health outcomes across US states from 2012 to 2024. They looked at eight different health markers, like infant mortality and vaccination rates, and linked them to four political factors: the ideology of elected representatives, control over state branches, enacted ...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many Evangelical Americans stood against mask mandates. A study conducted over several months revealed that this stance was largely driven by their political views. The research, based on a nationwide survey, found that Evangelicals tended to identify as politically conservative. This conservativeness played a significant role in shaping...