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Rachel Johnson

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Evaluating the Impact of Minimum Wage Increases on Child Neglect

May 12th, 2017 - Rachel Johnson

During the most recent presidential election, the issue of raising the federal minimum wage was intensely debated. Political debates about the federal minimum wage often center on the effects of a minimum wage increase on employers’ labor decisions, changes in... More »

Paying for Lower Taxes: The Effect of a Place-Based Tax Reduction Program in Detroit

March 6th, 2017 - Rachel Johnson

To combat poverty, state and local policymakers have increasingly turned to “place-based” policies that offer financial support, such as subsidies or tax abatements based on location. This assistance is meant to spur redevelopment and economic growth in a part... More »