Sentences with phrase «sound public policies for»

«We are always happy to have a serious discussion about what constitutes sound public policy for the state of New York, but this sounds like a P.R. stunt,» said Senate Republican spokesman Scott Reif.

A spokesman for the GOP says while they are «always happy to have a serious discussion about what constitutes sound public policy for the state of New York».

Earlier this year, Democratic congressmen Jared Polis of Colorado and Arizona Republican David Schweikert launched the bipartisan Blockchain Caucus to help create sound public policy for blockchain technologies and digital currencies.

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The C.D. Howe Institute is an independent not - for - profit research institute whose mission is to raise living standards by fostering economically sound public policies.

That's not sound monetary policy - it's a picnic for insiders, bought and paid for through the abuse of public funds by government officials too unprincipled even to recognize the abuse.

The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (LCVEF) works with our state LCVEF partners, educates the public, media and elected officials about key environmental issues, works to increase voter participation in the democratic process and mobilizes a diverse network of activists to advocate for sound environmental policies.

If that doesn't sound rushed, consider this: In her comments at a hearing in Port Jefferson last August, Citizens Campaign for the Environment executive director Adrienne Esposito said, «The Dredged Material Management Plan took over 10 years and $ 7 million to create, yet stakeholders were given seven days before being asked to attend public hearings and comment on a plan that will drive policy for the next 30 years.»

Impact assessments may not make for great sound bites or lurid tabloid headlines, but they do result in better policy, and at a time of severe cuts, there is a pressing need to ensure all public spending is as effective as possible.

The nation's leading scientific organizations vowed to build on the momentum generated by the March for Science by continuing to reach out to the public and policymakers at all levels to promote sound scientific policies that advance discovery and benefit society, according to a joint statement...

Scientists frequently lament the scarcity of effective scientific communicators — those who can explain complex concepts to the public, present scientifically sound alternatives to policy - makers, and make cogent arguments for the value of science to society.

You'll know, for example, that you are leaning toward industry, or that a public - policy job sounds great.

They provide a sound basis for lifting the heavy fog of the current public policy debate and contribute to the future evolution of the ACA.

Licensure screens for teachers sound like good public policy, but they aren't.

Burke said Walker wants «everyone» to be able to get a voucher, calling it a good sound bite for him with his base but «terrible public policy» that would mean big costs for taxpayers.

In addition to the new ESSA requirements for evidence - based instruction, the federal government has recently created a new commission to draft public policy based on sound science.

PEN is dedicated to educating and training parents, teachers, and community members at - large in developing strategies to promote sound policy for quality public schools.

While there may be some argument for limited differential pricing, the current situation, which essentially puts the library's long - term ability to carry out its mission at the mercy of publishers, should be sounding alarms in the public policy arena.

For example, the groomer standards developed by the Professional Pet Groomers and Stylists Alliance (PPGSA) have had a powerful influence in guiding lawmakers in New York and Rhode Island to make sound public policy.

The classes were highly enjoyable and the professors imparted their insights on the political process and on the essential ingredients for constructing sound public policy.

amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is one of the world's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and the advocacy of sound AIDS - related public policy.

Economists have an argument that things further into the future should be discounted, and while this may be useful in managing private investments it is not obviously sound as a strategy for public policy.

It sounds like they know what they are looking for, which is basically malfeasance in a very important field of science, one that is being used to dramatically re-shape public policy.

CFACT - Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow Source: Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow CFACT Website 5/06 Weidenbaum Center on the Economy, Government, and Public Policy Source: Weidenbaum Center website 4/04 Lindenwood University Source: Lindenwood University Cato Institute Source: GMU School of Law Website (2006) Citizens for A Sound Economy and CSE Educational Foundation Source: GMU School of Law Website (2006) George Mason University, Law and Economics Center Source: GMU School of Law Website (2006)

Sen. Boxer — Time TBD — Hoover Institution, Reason Foundation, Pacific Research Institute Sen. Coons — Time TBD (or Monday)-- Group TBD Sen. Schatz — 5 pm — Center for Study of Carbon Dioxide and Global Change, Heartland Institute Sen. Franken — 5:15 pm — Heritage Foundation Sen. Warren — 5:30 pm — Science and Public Policy Institute Sen. Heinrich — 5:45 pm — American Legislative Exchange Council Sen. Shaheen — 6 pm — Competitive Enterprise Institute, Energy and Environmental Legal Institute Sen. Reed — around 6 pm — SEC climate change disclosures and the dangers of climate change denial from a national security perspective Sen. Markey — 6 pm to 6:30 pm — Acton Institute, George C. Marshall Institute, Lexington Institute, Global Climate Coalition Sen. Peters — 6:30 pm — Cato Institute Sen. Blumenthal — Time TBD — Americans for Prosperity, American Legislative Exchange Council Sen. Whitehouse — Time TBD — The Advancement of Sound Science Center, Chamber of Commerce, Committee for Constructive Tomorrow, Franklin Center for Government and Policy Integrity, James Madison Institute, John Locke Foundation, Locke Institute

If you are an adherent of sound scientific method, you must NECESSARILY be a skeptic in this as in all other areas of inquiry, and the «climate scientists» complicit in the push for the abrogation of scientific method are by definition NOT «doing science, gathering data, testing,» but rather presenting the seeming of scientific investigation while all the while using that masquerade to advance public policy measures predicated upon malicious nonsense.

Horton would surely be striking a blow for sound public policy if he were to send Gillard a copy of his famous appendix asap.

Quite apart from anything else interventions that use uncertain abstract notions of social cost won't support the public consent required for the necessary long - term interventions and sound public policy.

Sound public policy is crucial for the direction and priorities of science 4.

But in 1998 ExxonMobil gave $ 10,000 to Singer's institute, the Science and Environmental Policy Project, and $ 65,000 to the Atlas Economic Research Foundation, which shared building space with SEPP and declared on its website, «For those who believe public policy should be based on sound science, Dr. Singer offers a wealth of information, credibility and encouragement.&Policy Project, and $ 65,000 to the Atlas Economic Research Foundation, which shared building space with SEPP and declared on its website, «For those who believe public policy should be based on sound science, Dr. Singer offers a wealth of information, credibility and encouragement.&policy should be based on sound science, Dr. Singer offers a wealth of information, credibility and encouragement.»

However, what Landrith did not mention was that Exxon had provided $ 100,000 in 2002 specifically for the «Center for Sound Science and Public Policy» (sic) as well as a further $ 97,000 for «Global Climate Change Outreach Activities», and a further $ 35,000 for «Global Climate Change Science Projects»; [4]

ExxonMobil has always advocated for good public policy that is based on sound science.

Amateur theories about global warming are a dime a dozen and, unfortunately, that can make it hard for the general public and policy makers to figure out what's based on sound science and what has just been made up in 5 minutes by someone who doesn't know anything about climate science.

Has become a story of citizen journalism gone awry, for the blogosphere is littered with amateur writers who have been duped into fighting against global warming by slick websites with official - sounding names like the Science and Public Policy Institute and the Friends of Science.

The Harvard Project on Climate Agreements identifies and communicates scientifically sound, economically sensible, and politically pragmatic public policy options for addressing global climate change.

The goal of the Harvard Project on Climate Agreements, which was established in 2007, is to help identify and advance scientifically sound, economically sensible, and politically pragmatic public policy options for addressing global climate change.

But I am also convinced that further conversation between these wings of Anglo - American public law is important, for we are all struggling with the tension between the supremacy of law and the need for sound, politically responsive policy in a complex world.

Recognizing that there are often sound reasons for potential critics of the administrative justice system — or of the book — to be reticent about making their views public, I would invite anyone with those concerns, to read our policy re Conversing anonymously.

CVCA also advocate on behalf of the industry to ensure sound public policy that encourages a favourable environment for investment.

Topeka, KS About Blog Kansas Action for Children is a non-profit, non-partisan organization committed to improving the lives of Kansas children and families by providing comprehensive data, advocating for sound public policy and collaborating with lawmakers.

Overall, Indigenous Australians have significantly lower access to mental health services, private or public, than other Australians and it thus makes sound policy and economic sense that investing in mental health services for Indigenous Australians should be one avenue to explore through justice reinvestment programs.

This decision is grounded in sound medical science and health policy and protects access to affordable birth control for millions of women, including women who are employed by a religiously affiliated hospital, university, or other religiously affiliated organization that serves the broader public.

We need homes, good education, disaster planning, and sound health care policy,» said Julie Mickelberry, director of public affairs for Planned Parenthood of Louisiana and the Mississippi Delta.

By integrating nonpartisan social science research, policy analysis and public education, the Center hoped to provide a factual basis for the development of sound governmental policies and for public consideration of the sensitive issues involved in the promotion of reproductive health and rights.

The mission of the Maine Children's Alliance (MCA) is to advocate for sound public policies that improve the lives of children, youth, and families in Maine.