Jimena Sanchez is a Research Analyst at the Common Sense Institute, joining CSI in 2024.

Jimena recently graduated from the University of Denver, where she completed a major in Political Science with minors in International Studies, Sociology, and Marketing. Her academic background reflects a deep commitment to understanding complex global issues and the social dynamics that shape them. With her degree and experience at CSI, Jimena brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work, combining her knowledge in political science with insights from sociology and marketing to drive impactful projects.

Research

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Crime & Public Safety
Understanding Colorado’s Crime Trends: Local Progress, National Standing
Understanding Colorado’s Crime Trends: Local Progress, National Standing Introduction Colorado’s crime trends present a mixed picture: rates have fallen from…
Jobs & Our Economy
Colorado Labor Market Update – February 2026
Colorado Labor Market Update – February 2026 Summary Colorado lost 7,200 nonfarm jobs in February, all in the private sector.…
Jobs & Our Economy
Colorado Labor Market Update – January 2026
Colorado Labor Market Update – January 2026 Summary Colorado added 6,600 nonfarm jobs in January; government employment fell by 600…
Education
The Economic Impact from Colorado’s Choice to Participate in the “Education Freedom Tax Credit” Provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The Economic Impact from Colorado’s Choice to Participate in the “Education Freedom Tax Credit” Provision in the One Big Beautiful…

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