What We Do
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Research
CDRI carries out independent research on civic, economic, and public policy issues, with a focus on how policies operate in practice and how they affect communities, institutions, and the broader public.
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Analysis
We focus on the data and the details, drawing clear conclusions while being honest about uncertainty, context, and the trade-offs that come with policy decisions.
3
Public Education
The Institute publishes its work in formats designed for broad accessibility, including research briefs and explanatory materials that present evidence clearly without oversimplifying the underlying issues.
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Our goal is simple: to provide reliable, impartial information that helps people engage with the policy debates affecting their lives. We don’t advocate for specific outcomes; we aim to give citizens, journalists, and policymakers the facts and context they need to make up their own minds.