Fall 2014 Semester Policy Journals
Center for Domestic Policy
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Domestic Policy. As the Policy Director and Editor of this journal I have had the amazing experience of producing this journal for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this publication. I have found each piece to be enjoyable to read and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Domestic Policy. As the Policy Director and Editor of this journal I have had the amazing experience of producing this journal for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this publication. I have found each piece to be enjoyable to read and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
Center for Economic Policy and Development
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Economic Policy and Development. As the Policy Director and Editor of this journal since Spring 2014, I have had the amazing experience of producing this journal for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. I have also had the pleasure of welcoming many new analysts to the Center this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this publication. I have found each piece to be enjoyable to read and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Economic Policy and Development. As the Policy Director and Editor of this journal since Spring 2014, I have had the amazing experience of producing this journal for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. I have also had the pleasure of welcoming many new analysts to the Center this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this publication. I have found each piece to be enjoyable to read and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
Center for Education Policy and Development
I am excited to present to you the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal by the Center for Education Policy and Development. This journal contains the work of six policy analysts; each of whom spent many hours doing in-depth research and careful deliberation to find solutions to the problems plaguing our education system today. As students at Cornell University, we’ve experienced firsthand much of the benefits that our education system has to offer. With this, however, we become more aware of the gaping and ever-incresing inequality that still exists. From school vouchers to teacher unions to charter schools, one could spend countless hours debating proposed solutions. We all come from incredibly diverse backgrounds to attend one of the best academic institutions in the world, and with our varying perspectives we are in a unique position to discuss and search for solutions that ensure the greatest possible equality in education. Each proposal in this journal engages with some of the toughest issues surrounding education reform. Together, they show all that we have the potential to accomplish if we fight hard enough. We’re lucky to be where we are today because of education; it’s up to us to provide this opportunity to everyone.
I am excited to present to you the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal by the Center for Education Policy and Development. This journal contains the work of six policy analysts; each of whom spent many hours doing in-depth research and careful deliberation to find solutions to the problems plaguing our education system today. As students at Cornell University, we’ve experienced firsthand much of the benefits that our education system has to offer. With this, however, we become more aware of the gaping and ever-incresing inequality that still exists. From school vouchers to teacher unions to charter schools, one could spend countless hours debating proposed solutions. We all come from incredibly diverse backgrounds to attend one of the best academic institutions in the world, and with our varying perspectives we are in a unique position to discuss and search for solutions that ensure the greatest possible equality in education. Each proposal in this journal engages with some of the toughest issues surrounding education reform. Together, they show all that we have the potential to accomplish if we fight hard enough. We’re lucky to be where we are today because of education; it’s up to us to provide this opportunity to everyone.
Center for Energy and Environment
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Energy and Environment. As Policy Director and Editor of the journal for this semester, it has been an amazing experience and I have a great appreciation for the dedication and talent of our Analysts. I have also been fortunate to welcome eight new analysts to the Center for Energy and Environment this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. All of the Analysts have written creative and passionate policy proposals that reflect their high level of nuance and in-depth research. They have shown their commitment to promoting progressive policies and inspiring positive social change. The proposals are very enjoyable to read and very thought-provoking. I hope that you enjoy this journal.
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Energy and Environment. As Policy Director and Editor of the journal for this semester, it has been an amazing experience and I have a great appreciation for the dedication and talent of our Analysts. I have also been fortunate to welcome eight new analysts to the Center for Energy and Environment this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. All of the Analysts have written creative and passionate policy proposals that reflect their high level of nuance and in-depth research. They have shown their commitment to promoting progressive policies and inspiring positive social change. The proposals are very enjoyable to read and very thought-provoking. I hope that you enjoy this journal.
Center for Foreign Policy and International Affairs
The Foreign Policy Center welcomed almost ten new members from a variety of academic backgrounds this semester. Their multidisciplinary perspectives were timely, as 2014 saw a proliferation of new international conflict as well as a continuation of ongoing strife. Issues such as the rise of ISIS in Iraq, the Maidan Revolution in Ukraine, and the increased emigration of children from Central America posed new challenges and changed the way we dealt with existing ones. As lines were redrawn in the international order, lines were also blurred between foreign policy and domestic policy. You will notice that this journal includes topics not traditionally addressed under international affairs–this is a challenge to the traditonal frame and scale within which we approach international and domestic conflict. The image on the front covered spoke to me because it demonstrates the devastating consequences of international turmoil. However, it also presents us with an image of optimism and hope for the future. As you read this semester’s issue, I hope that’s what these proposals instill in you.
The Foreign Policy Center welcomed almost ten new members from a variety of academic backgrounds this semester. Their multidisciplinary perspectives were timely, as 2014 saw a proliferation of new international conflict as well as a continuation of ongoing strife. Issues such as the rise of ISIS in Iraq, the Maidan Revolution in Ukraine, and the increased emigration of children from Central America posed new challenges and changed the way we dealt with existing ones. As lines were redrawn in the international order, lines were also blurred between foreign policy and domestic policy. You will notice that this journal includes topics not traditionally addressed under international affairs–this is a challenge to the traditonal frame and scale within which we approach international and domestic conflict. The image on the front covered spoke to me because it demonstrates the devastating consequences of international turmoil. However, it also presents us with an image of optimism and hope for the future. As you read this semester’s issue, I hope that’s what these proposals instill in you.
Center for Healthcare Policy
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Healthcare Policy. As the Policy Director and Editor of the Healthcare Center’s journal since Spring 2014, I have had the amazing experience of producing this publication for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. I have also had the pleasure of welcoming seven new analysts to the Center for Healthcare Policy this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this journal. In this issue, the policy proposal topics range from issues regarding women’s reproductive rights to the Affordable Care Act to medical ethics. I have found each piece to be well researched, enjoyable to read, and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
I am very pleased to present the seventh issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal from the Center for Healthcare Policy. As the Policy Director and Editor of the Healthcare Center’s journal since Spring 2014, I have had the amazing experience of producing this publication for the past two semesters, and the talent and innovation of each analyst never ceases to amaze me. I have also had the pleasure of welcoming seven new analysts to the Center for Healthcare Policy this semester and am very excited to display their work in this issue. Each analyst has combined creativity and passion with careful research and hard work to produce the policy proposals that comprise this journal. In this issue, the policy proposal topics range from issues regarding women’s reproductive rights to the Affordable Care Act to medical ethics. I have found each piece to be well researched, enjoyable to read, and incredibly thought provoking and I hope you will as well.
Center for Science and Technology
I am excited to present to you the first-ever issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal by the Center for Science & Technology. This journal contains the work of five policy analysts, each of whom spent many hours doing in-depth research and careful analysis to propose solutions to the diverse array of science and technology problems in our society. It is an exciting time to study the impact that science and technology have on our daily lives; now, more than ever, we are in a time of exponential scientific growth, with policies being shaped around technologies of which we have not even unlocked the full potential. This Center, in its first iteration nationwide, has successfully brought together a group of individuals from a wide variety of college majors and scientific passions. We hope that this journal will shed light on a handful of important, yet under-acknowledged policy issues. Each proposal in this journal engages with some of the toughest issues surrounding innovation in our world today. These are the topics that will shape the future, from national security to mass food production. As Cornell students, we are in a lucky position to be able to bring these issues to national attention.
I am excited to present to you the first-ever issue of Looking Ahead: The Cornell Roosevelt Institute Policy Journal by the Center for Science & Technology. This journal contains the work of five policy analysts, each of whom spent many hours doing in-depth research and careful analysis to propose solutions to the diverse array of science and technology problems in our society. It is an exciting time to study the impact that science and technology have on our daily lives; now, more than ever, we are in a time of exponential scientific growth, with policies being shaped around technologies of which we have not even unlocked the full potential. This Center, in its first iteration nationwide, has successfully brought together a group of individuals from a wide variety of college majors and scientific passions. We hope that this journal will shed light on a handful of important, yet under-acknowledged policy issues. Each proposal in this journal engages with some of the toughest issues surrounding innovation in our world today. These are the topics that will shape the future, from national security to mass food production. As Cornell students, we are in a lucky position to be able to bring these issues to national attention.