Common Sense Institute (CSI) strives to develop insightful and educational research on the most critical debates facing Arizona. CSI employs rigorous research techniques and dynamic modeling to evaluate the potential impact of issues on the Arizona economy and individual opportunity. CSI provides elected officials, policy makers and Arizonans with facts and data-driven analysis to help make informed decisions about the biggest issues facing the state. CSI research has also sparked innovative policy solutions and bipartisan, solutions-based discussion about the future of Arizona.
Research
Homelessness in America— Rethinking Homelessness Policy
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Arizona’s Urban Desert Miracle featuring Glenn Farley
Rapid economic and population growth in Arizona’s dry central valley has created tremendous wealth and opportunity. Rapid development also has…
Trends in Arizona’s K-12 Education Enrollment
District school closures have dominated the headlines in recent weeks. Why is this the case? And what are the differences…
Reforming Arizona’s Homeless Service Ecosystem featuring Julie Katsel and Ted Maxwell
Earlier this year, the Common Sense Institute released a thorough review of homelessness spending at all levels – non-profits, state…
Arizona Ballot Breakdown: Prop 138 & 312
As election season kicks off in Arizona, voters are facing one of the longest ballots in recent history, including 13…
Arizona’s Ballot: Key Initiatives Shaping Jobs and Economic Competitiveness
This year’s Arizona ballot is packed with crucial measures, many of which directly impact jobs and the economy. Join host Katie…
Arizona’s Ballot Breakdown: Jobs, Economy, and the 2024 Election
In this episode, we dive into Arizona’s upcoming election season, focusing on the critical ballot initiatives that could shape the…
Arizona’s Job Killers: Breaking Down the Economic Threats
Get ready for a hard-hitting dive into the policies set to crush Arizona’s job market in 2024. From legislative landmines…