CGO Amicus Curiae Brief Filed in NetChoice v. Paxton and Moody v. NetChoice
Similar to our previous amicus brief we argue that marginalized voices will be diminished and U.S. economic growth slowed.
Research
The Gendered Impact of In-State Tuition Policies on Undocumented Immigrants’ College Enrollment, Graduation, and Employment
This research article examines the gender-specific impacts of in-state tuition policies on college enrollment and graduation rates, emphasizing the necessity for comprehensive reforms.
Can Gene Editing Increase Ecosystem and Species Resilience?
Discover how CRISPR technology is revolutionizing conservation by potentially bringing back the American Chestnut Tree, balancing ecological benefits with the complexities of genetic innovation.
Public Interest Comment for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) on the Initiative to Protect Youth Mental Health, Safety and Privacy Online
Solutions to the risks and benefits posed by social media will require tradeoffs targeting proven harm while preserving civil liberties.
The Political Economy of the CHIPS and Science Act
This paper explains the economics of chip production, the reasons Congress passed the Chips and Science Act, and the hurdles it faces.
Recruitment Competition and Labor Demand for High-Skilled Foreign Workers
Policies that limit H-1B visas may be making it more difficult for US employers to find talent in computer-related fields.
Power Play: Political Contributions and Regulatory Capture in the Electric Utility Industry
We compare data from states that allowed public utility donation with states that didn't. Findings suggest that relaxed public utility rules hurt consumers.
International Trade Effects of Student Migration
Among other things, immigration and the cross-cultural awareness it fosters has been a crucial part of economic growth.
Elite and Popular Opinion on Illegal Immigration, 1994–2018
American opinion on illegal immigration has shifted significantly. What does the gap between elite and public opinion on immigration mean for policymakers?
Do App Stores Impact Competition by Entering Their Own Markets?
Should Apple launch an app in the App Store that competes with third-party developers? How about Google in the Play Store?
Are ‘Killer Acquisitions’ by Tech Giants a Real Threat to Competition?
In July 2021, the Biden administration issued an executive order on competition that increases focus on so-called “killer acquisitions". But are these a threat to competition in Big Tech?
How Private Governance Mitigates AI Risk
Could ChatGPT take over the world? Not likely. Is there currently a form of (AI) that could pose a threat to humanity? Not really.
CGO Tech Poll
In the latest installment of our ongoing poll, we continue to unpack how Americans view their relationship with today’s major tech platforms.
Does mandatory voting lead to more informed voting?
Low turnout and an uninformed electorate may reduce government accountability and weaken the link between voter preferences and policy.
What Does the New Federal Trade Commission Policy Statement Mean for Antitrust?
Recognizing that the current FTC leadership is not likely to withdraw its own Policy Statement, Bolema recommends a more permanent solution.
How Does Allowing Noncitizens to Vote Affect Local Government?
This paper shows that policy ideas of the political left and right have theoretical benefit to increasing public good optimization.
The Relationship Between Assimilation and Immigrant Wages
Immigration policies designed to enhance the assimilation of immigrant workers also favor their economic integration and vice-versa.
Why the Court Should Reexamine Administrative Law’s Chenery II Doctrine
In this paper, CGO scholars argue that the conventional interpretation of Chenery II is a serious overreading of the Court’s decision.
CGO Abundance Poll
The CGO polled 1,000 Americans about abundance, technology and innovation, immigration, and America’s prospects for the future.
Adapting to Climate Change through Migration
Climate change will impact humans in many diverse ways. The greatest impact, however, will be felt by people living in the Global South.
Methods for Sustainable and Wildlife-Friendly Agriculture: Case Studies from the Western US
The private working lands of the West are changing. These trends put habitats and some of America’s most productive working lands at risk.
Regulating Outer Space: Of Gaps, Overlaps, and Stovepipes
This paper looks at our regulatory structure, who regulates outer space, and with what authority. Are there gaps that need to be filled?
What Are the Effects of Allowing Undocumented Immigrants to Earn Occupational Licenses?
Chung's study: Removing legal work status requirement increased employment for undocumented immigrants without affecting others.
Real Options Analysis Could Help Improve Regulatory Decisions
Real options analysis promotes transparency in regulatory decisions, encouraging agencies to showcase the effort behind each regulation.
Keeping Kids Safe Online: How Should Policymakers Approach Age Verification?
As policymakers devise new online child safety regulations, how should they approach the issue of age assurance?
Public Interest Comment on the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) AI Accountability Policy Request for Comment
NTIA has issued a Request for Comment on “how to develop a productive AI accountability system.” This is the CGO's public interest comment.
NEPA Timelines for Clean Energy Projects: Understanding Delays in Clean Energy Development
The US faces the challenge of transitioning its energy away from fossil fuels, an undertaking that will require new energy infrastructure.
Do Immigrants Ever Oppose Immigration?
Researchers Tani and Kaeser delve into an understudied area: Immigrants' feelings toward other immigrants in their host country.
Perceptions of US Labor Market Trends: A Snapshot
Colombe Ladrei shares her findings from a survey exploring Americans’ perceptions of how the labor market is evolving over time.
Regulatory Pluralism: An Empirical Analysis of Decision Making in Administrative Law
Daniel Epstein's theory, "regulatory pluralism," explains the regulatory state's failure to follow statutory procedures using novel data.