RESEARCH BRIEFS

Consequences of hostility on local governance

Addressing pervasive hostility to local officials and the impact on democratic governance

Jan 31, 20244 min read

While several priorities are shared across population sizes, differences sharpen when it comes to parks, walkability, and service provision.

Dec 29, 20232 min read

Finance staff in local governments are becoming more diverse. Will leadership follow suit?

Dec 29, 20232 min read

While more reporters are attending governing board meetings than two years ago, overall coverage remains low.

Nov 30, 20232 min read

While local officials generally oppose state intervention, opinions are more split on some issues than others.

Nov 30, 20233 min read

Incidence of threats, harassment, and violence in politics is not going away and it’s affecting local leaders across the political spectrum.

Nov 30, 20233 min read

Local governments vary greatly across the United States in how much effort they make to attract business to their communities.

Oct 31, 20233 min read

Local elected officials are experiencing high rates of harassment and threats, especially women and minorities.

Sep 26, 20237 min read

CivicPulse survey of local elected officials shows opioid epidemic spans party and population divides.

Aug 18, 20232 min read