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US Government

Electoral College and the Rural-Urban Divide

Much has been said about the influence that rural voters and rural states on the outcome of national elections. Some have proposed elimination of the Electoral College as a solution to this perceived problem. We question the wisdom and potential efficacy of this proposed quick fix for what ails us.

BY John Molinaro, & 1 more

Blog Post

02.01.2021
Economic Development

Equitable Recovery and Resilience in Rural America

Quality of life is largely determined by the characteristics of places, for better or worse. Differences between places drive inequalities in economic opportunity, educational attainment and health outcomes. A Thrive Rural Brief by Brian Dabson.

BY Brian Dabson

Publication

12.08.2020
Economic Development

Shelter in Rural Places

ROADS 3 Housing PowerPoint Homes have become offices, schools, places of worship and our safe havens since the ...

BY Community Strategies Group & 2 more

Video

09.22.2020
Economic Development

Shelter in Rural Places

In the third ROAD Session, rural and tribal organizations share their analysis and useful strategies for helping rural residents, workers and families address housing distress and homelessness.

Event

09.08.2020
Economic Development

Immigrants and Rural Economies

The YouTube video has English and Spanish subtitles. Click the CC box below the video for subtitles. El video de ...

BY Community Strategies Group

Video

08.19.2020
Economic Development

Immigrants and Rural Economies

Learn how existing challenges faced by immigrant communities in rural America have been exacerbated by COVID-19. The conversation showcased actionable strategies that communities and development practitioners are using now to embrace, defend and engage immigrant populations.

Event

08.03.2020
Community Development

Building Better Fundamentals for Rural Progress

Good data, fair media practices, and an understanding of organizational needs and assets are fundamental to progress.

BY Devin Deaton & 3 more

Blog Post

06.11.2020
Economic Development

Ground Truth from Rural Practitioners

Small but mighty, rural-serving organizations work in concert with local people, firms and governments to fill gaps and adapt to do whatever it is communities need done.

BY Community Strategies Group & 1 more

Publication

06.10.2020