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Health economics pioneer Victor Fuchs has died

Fuchs’ influence and tireless devotion to the field of health care economics and the Stanford community spanned decades.

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Companies are counting on inattentive subscribers

For businesses with subscription models, revenues are up to 200% higher than they would be if customers canceled unwanted auto-renewals.

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What to know about the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit

A SIEPR policy brief explains how the tax credit in the Inflation Reduction Act works, from an industry point of view.

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Debunking the myth that immigrants drive crime

Opponents of immigration argue that it’s linked to higher crime rates, but new research shows that hasn’t been the case in the U.S. since 1880.

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What ‘ally-shoring’ means for immigration and trade

The 2023 State of the West Symposium addressed how geopolitics could tighten ties between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

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You may be wrong about what other people think

A global study on perceptions of gender norms finds that people routinely misjudge what others think about policies meant to empower women.

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IRS confirms Stanford study of racial bias in audits

The IRS vows to take action after SIEPR’s Daniel Ho co-led a research team that found Black taxpayers are 3 to 5 times more likely to be audited.

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SIEPR’s David Chan wins 2023 ASHEcon Medal

The American Society of Health Economists is recognizing David Chan for his significant contributions to health economics research.

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Report shows SIEPR scholars making a difference

President Biden’s 2023 economic report relies heavily on academic research, including studies by more than two dozen SIEPR scholars.

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Social Security’s clock is ticking

At the SIEPR Spring Policy Forum, experts examined the program’s teetering finances and what happens next.

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