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J. Gordon Wright

@jgordonwright.com
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Digital director for @norc.org by day, singer with @chicagojazzdads.com by night. Luckiest dad and husband in the world. Opinions my own. www.jgordonwright.com

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 12/01/2026
U.S. crime fell significantly in 2025. NORC's John Roman sat down with @npr.org to discuss what's behind the decline and what researchers expect next. Listen to a snippet of the interview below and read the full NPR article at go.norc.org/49jmlCH
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David Lay Williams @laywilliams.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Join @jgordonwright.com, @jbsinger.bsky.social, me, and the rest of the guys Thursday evening at Evanston Pour for our annual holiday show. Playing all the seasonal favorites!
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 29/11/2025
Don't miss me, Leo, Eric, and the professors—@jbsinger.bsky.social & @laywilliams.bsky.social—as we bring the cheer this Thursday! #jazzsky
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David Lay Williams @laywilliams.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
What better time to celebrate the amazing contributions of immigrants to American culture? Come join me, @jgordonwright.com, @jbsinger.bsky.social, and the @chicagojazzdads.com Thursday night at Evanston Pour.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 27/08/2025
What a night. #jazzsky
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Jonathan B. Singer, PhD, LCSW @jbsinger.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
I had a great time engaging in my selfcare Sunday night, playing with the @chicagojazzdads.com ( @laywilliams.bsky.social @jgordonwright.com, Leo and Eric) at @evanstonspace.bsky.social. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 12/08/2025
Happy birthday, @jbsinger.bsky.social! 🎉🎊🎂
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 11/08/2025
Happy birthday to our very own @jbsinger.bsky.social! Best drummer a jazz dad could hope for. #jazzsky
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David Lay Williams @laywilliams.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Really enjoyed playing at Evanston Space last Saturday with the @chicagojazzdads.com (cc: @jgordonwright.com, @jbsinger.bsky.social). The @evanstonroundtable.bsky.social was there to document the gig. Another show coming up this Thursday at Evanston Pour.
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Photos: Chicago Jazz Dads heat up the new SPACE lobby - Evanston RoundTable
Evanston SPACE was swinging on Saturday afternoon with the lively tunes of the Chicago Jazz Dads. The quintet set up stage for a free, family-friendly
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 02/05/2025
Only now hearing about Andy Bey. The first time I heard his voice I was completely arrested. I remember I had to stop what I was doing and figure out who it was. Still gives me goosebumps. Thank you, Andy. #jazzsky #jazzgreats www.nytimes.com/2025/04/29/a...
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Andy Bey, Jazz Singer Renowned for His Vocal Range, Dies at 85
An admirer of Nat King Cole, he began as a child performer and as part of a family trio before emerging as a master of the American songbook.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 22/04/2025
Delightful article. Thanks for chatting with us, Desiree!
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John Roman @johnkroman.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
I’m sorry, the company is called what?
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 10/04/2025
Woohoo! Excited to see this book launch into the world. The goal of the book is to help all of us (not just data nerds) become more data-savvy. Sounds pretty useful right about now, eh? #datascience #datasky
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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 03/04/2025
In a world where information can feel limitless but wisdom scarce, guidance matters. Thanks to Arthur C. Brooks for this powerful endorsement of #FactForwardBook, an upcoming book by our CEO Dan Gaylin. Find out more about the book and order yours at: FactForwardBook.org
Promotional image for the book "Fact Forward" featuring the book cover next to a quote from Arthur C. Brooks that reads "Today, we are drowning in data. To be a responsible citizen means knowing what to trust. Fact Forward is exactly what we all need to do just that."
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 19/03/2025
TIL about endogeneity.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 14/03/2025
Yes, I ran out at 11pm last night to buy a pie for my daughter to take to school today. #HappyPiDay
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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 14/03/2025
What’s the difference between “good data” and “bad data”? Our CEO Dan Gaylin discusses the importance of reliable information for decision-making in this Silicon Republic interview. Dive deeper with #FactForwardBook, coming April 8 and available for pre-order now: factforwardbook.org
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Sink or swim: Can we stay afloat in an endless sea of data?
Data expert and author Dan Gaylin discusses what data democratisation means and the importance of a data-savvy society.
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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 13/03/2025
Does your survey panel represent the population you want to study? Check out this tipsheet from NORC's AmeriSpeak highlighting the critical questions you should ask about survey panel quality and reliability. More on response rate transparency: go.norc.org/4iOn3tk
Handout on 12 Touchpoints of Panel Transparency. Headings include 'Recruitment: Sampling,' "Recruitment: Methodology,' 'Recruitment: Weighting,' and 'Recruit Rates/Cohort Data.' Each section contains details about specific practices like transparency, sample management, recruitment rates, and data handling.Second page of handout on 12 Touchpoints of Panel Transparency. Headings include 'Criteria for Membership,' 'Panel Attrition,' 'Panel Size,' 'Surveys: Sampling,' 'Surveys: Methodology,' 'Surveys: Weighting,' 'Response Rates,' and 'Suboptimal Responses.'
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 07/03/2025
Need some thick, ambient richness in your ears to power through the end of this week? Check out my buddy’s preview single that @chorusfm.bsky.social calls “your next obsession.” iotacentauri.bandcamp.com/album/superm...
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SUPERMASSIVE, by IOTA CENTAURI
11 track album
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NPR @npr.org · 28/02/2025
Iowa has the second highest incidence rate of cancer in the country, and it is already feeling Trump's cuts to the workforce and research institutions trying to solve the rural cancer problem.
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Iowa has high cancer rates. Trump's cuts to CDC and NIH are already hitting the state
Iowa has the second highest incidence rate of cancer in the country, and it is already feeling Trump's cuts to the workforce and research institutions trying to solve the rural cancer problem.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 28/02/2025
Opera’s back, baby.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 10/02/2025
This Thursday we will play every tune from the movie, but have no plans for mayonnaise as of yet.
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 06/02/2025
Don’t miss our Harry Met Sally show in one week!
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a man in a ny yankees hat is standing next to a woman in a black sweater .
ALT: a man in a ny yankees hat is standing next to a woman in a black sweater .
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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 30/01/2025
The Peterson Health Technology Institute asked NORC to survey health plans, employers, and health systems to find out what’s motivating their decisions on digital health solutions. Find out what we learned: go.norc.org/3PVPdGr
Graphic from NORC showing an increase in spending on digital health over the last few years, featuring an illustration of a smartwatch displaying colorful activity rings.Alt Text: Graphic illustration focusing on digital health benefits. Includes icons representing better user experience, improved health outcomes, and return on investment.Graphic showing projected increase in digital spending: 43% by health plans, 52% by employers, and 56% by health systems over the next 12 months. The background features a blurred image of a person's crossed legs, clothed in dark pants.Promotional graphic for NORC, featuring text "Check out the 2024 State of Digital Health Purchasing Survey for more insights" on a gradient blue and orange background.
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 17/01/2025
Love to see it! Kudos to Noah Plotkin, single-handedly stoking the creative flames of the North Shore.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 14/01/2025
Proud to live in a district where the superintendent publishes this in a national outlet. We must not silence ourselves out of fear. “Equity work is not intended to guarantee equal outcomes, but to ensure a fair starting point.” www.newsweek.com/defense-equi...
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In Defense of Equity Work | Opinion
Creating a more equitable, inclusive school environment requires more than theory or aspiration—it demands analysis, honesty, and a willingness to evolve.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 19/12/2024
How Judy Garland saved “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” #jazzsky www.nytimes.com/2024/12/18/a...
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 19/12/2024
Found myself chuckling through this, especially the “comma drama” in God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen… blog.duolingo.com/language-of-...
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What do fossils (and ghost stories) have to do with Christmas carols?
Have you ever noticed how many unusual words and phrases are in Christmas carols? Here's the reason why carols have so many surprising lyrics!
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 16/12/2024
Thank you.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 16/12/2024
Love this.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 12/12/2024
This is delightful to click through.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 12/12/2024
One of these per day for the next 4 years, please.
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 08/12/2024
S’mores ftw.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 05/12/2024
I’ll be there. My hair is a bit longer now.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 03/12/2024
My daughter drew a house.
Detailed black and white illustration of a house.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 02/12/2024
We actually have data on the huge economic costs of crime to victims. But are we using it to inform policy?
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 28/11/2024
In rock bands this is the equivalent of “it’s not the cord.”
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 28/11/2024
Should we change our name to The Chicago Jazz Dadatet? @jbsinger.bsky.social @laywilliams.bsky.social
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 28/11/2024
Be careful out there, people. #jazzsky
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 28/11/2024
+1!
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The Chicago Jazz Dads @chicagojazzdads.com · 27/11/2024
The Jazz Dads love an impromptu call and response. #jazzsky #evanstonpour #oldcowhand
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 26/11/2024
Reason #132 why I love the @chicagojazzdads.com. Here’s our drummer @jbsinger.bsky.social on his world famous podcast interviewing our guitar player @laywilliams.bsky.social about his new book on economic inequality from Princeton Press. socialworkpodcast.blogspot.com/2024/11/econ...
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The Greatest of All Plagues: David Lay Williams, PhD on Economic Inequality
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 26/11/2024
Follow my jazz group. Please and thanks.
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kottke.org @kottke.org · 26/11/2024
W.E.B. Du Bois: “We should measure the prosperity of a nation not by the number of millionaires but by the absence of poverty, the prevalence of health, the efficiency of the public schools, and the number of people who can and do read worthwhile books.” [kottke.org]
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W.E.B. Du Bois Defines Prosperity
In a 1953 speech called On the Future of the American Negro, W.E.B. Du Bois spoke about wealth inequality and his vision for measuring prosperity: Work is service, not gain. The object of work is life, not income. The
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Stacey Berg @staceyberg.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
“The University routinely scans its website as a means to identify programming or events, unrelated to academic and research functions, that may not be permitted under SB17.”
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Audit of UT Austin sites flags trouble words for DEI compliance
"BIPOC," "bisexual," "lesbian" and "Latinx" among the words searched in a compliance audit for DEI ban
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Danny Axford @dannyaxford.bsky.social · 23/11/2024
Look no further than Mehldau, many options, but my favourite performance: youtu.be/aD-b1j_huxY?...
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 23/11/2024
Hi #jazzsky, thinking of doing “No Surprises” with my combo. Any favorite jazz versions of Radiohead?
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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 23/11/2024
Here's one reason: The expansion of audiobook sales has been GREAT for authors. It's opened up sales to a whole new class of people *who weren't reading us before.* Audio is now easily 30%+ of my income WITHOUT cutting into print/ebook sales. Let people read in every format. It's helping authors.
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J. Gordon Wright @jgordonwright.com · 20/11/2024
Yes, please.
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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 18/11/2024
And check out the #NORCSky starter pack to connect with our great staff and researchers. go.bsky.app/DZuJkry
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