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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 3h

As a member of our Board of Directors, Gary Hoover brings forward his expertise in the intersection of Economics, Race, and Public Policy. Learn more about Gary Hoover and his contributions to the project: stateofnation.org/hoover-gary/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

State economies shape many aspects of daily life, from employment and income to the goods and services available to individuals and families. Our findings examine two measures in the Economy topic: Economic Output and Productivity. Learn more: stateofnation.org/sots/#explore

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

How's Georgia doing across the State of the States report? It ranks higher, on average, on Civil Liberties, Mental Health, and Trust, with lower rankings on Inequality, Life Satisfaction, Work and Labor Force, and Environment. Explore Georgia’s full profile: stateofnation.org/georgia/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

As a member of our Board of Directors, Michael R. Strain brings his expertise in labor markets, public finance, social policy, and macroeconomics. Learn more about Michael and his contributions to the project: stateofnation.org/strain-micha...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Inequality refers to differences in income and wealth across society and can signal disparities in social and economic opportunity. Our recent findings examine two measures of inequality: Income Inequality and Poverty. Explore the maps to learn more: stateofnation.org/sots/#explore

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

How’s New Mexico doing across the State of the States report? It ranks higher on Environment, Economy, and Citizenship and Democracy, with lower rankings on Work and Labor Force, Life Satisfaction, and Mental Health. Explore New Mexico’s full profile: stateofnation.org/new-mexico/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

As a member of our Board of Directors, Stefanie DeLuca brings her expertise in poverty, housing mobility, education, and economic opportunity to the project. Learn more about Stefanie DeLuca and her contributions to the project: stateofnation.org/stefanie-del...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Social capital refers to the strength and usefulness of our relationships with other people in our communities. Our latest findings examine two measures of social capital: Volunteerism and Trust in Other People. Explore the maps to see how states compare: stateofnation.org/sots/#explore

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

How is Wisconsin doing in the State of the States report? Wisconsin ranks higher on Work and Labor Force, Inequality, and Citizenship and Democracy, with lower rankings on Economy, Civil Liberties, and Life Satisfaction. Explore Wisconsin’s full profile: stateofnation.org/wisconsin/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The State of the Nation Project brings together a diverse group of leaders from across the political spectrum. As a member of our Board of Directors, @monahanna.bsky.social brings her expertise in pediatrics and public health to the project. Learn more: stateofnation.org/hanna-mona/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

How do states compare on environmental quality? Our latest State of the States findings include two measures of environmental quality: Net Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Air Quality. Explore the maps below to see how states compare. stateofnation.org/sots/#explore

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

How is Utah doing in the State of the States report? Utah ranks higher on Social Capital, Children & Families, and Life Satisfaction, with lower rankings on Citizenship & Democracy, Work & Labor Force, and Mental Health. Explore Utah's full profile: stateofnation.org/utah/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The State of the Nation Project greatly appreciates the funding and partnership of the Murphy Institute. Without them, our work would not be possible. Learn more about the Murphy Institute's work and support of the project: murphy.tulane.edu/murphy-insti...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, take a look at how we are doing as a country. Our new report examines progress across all 50 states. In this Q&A, Douglas Harris discusses why measuring what matters can help Americans find common ground: news.tulane.edu/news/measure...

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The measure of America at 250: Q&A with the Tulane economist hoping data can help Americans find common ground

Tulane economics professor Douglas Harris likes to call the United States a “laboratory for democracy.” And as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Harris is examining the American expe...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

How satisfied are people with their lives across the US? Our latest State of the States findings show that only a handful of states are improving on any measure of self-reported well-being, even as incomes continue to rise. Learn more: stateofnation.org/sots/#explore

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

How’s Minnesota doing across the latest State of the States report? Minnesota ranks higher, on average, on Citizenship & Democracy, Social Capital, and Education, with lower rankings on Economy, Environment, and Civil Liberties. Explore the full profile: stateofnation.org/minnesota/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

As America turns 250, how are we really doing? The first state-by-state report card is here. The State of the States is a bipartisan, data-driven progress report examining all 50 states and the District of Columbia across 31 measures. Learn more: stateofnation.org/sots/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Good physical health is important for living long and prosperous lives. We also cannot achieve our potential if we are sick or unsafe. In the State of the Nation Project, we track Life Expectancy as a key indicator of Physical Health. Learn more: stateofnation.org/physical-hea...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The US has the second largest economy in the world and one of the most productive workforces. We track Economic Output and Productivity as key indicators of economic strength and long-term growth. This thread highlights national trends: stateofnation.org/economy/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Work shapes economic opportunity, mobility, and long-term growth in the United States. We track Employment-to-Population Ratio, Labor Force Participation Rate, and other measures as key indicators of work and labor force. Learn more: stateofnation.org/work-and-lab...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The U.S. has a long tradition of civic engagement, volunteering, and participation in community life. Social capital reflects the relationships that help communities thrive. We track Volunteerism and Trust in Other People as key indicators. Learn more: stateofnation.org/social-capit...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The U.S. is a representative democracy—but its strength depends on both leaders and citizens. We track key trends in citizenship and democracy using voter participation, belief in democracy, and polarization. This thread breaks down the trends: stateofnation.org/citizenship-...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Inequality reflects differences in income and wealth among groups across society. The State of the Nation Project’s Inequality topic measures income inequality and poverty. This thread highlights long-term trends: stateofnation.org/inequality/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

How a country supports its children shapes what follows. The State of the Nation Project’s Children & Families topic includes child mortality, low birthweight, youth depression, and children living with a single parent. This thread shows long-term trends: stateofnation.org/children-and...

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Life satisfaction is more than economic or social indicators. The State of the Nation Project’s Life Satisfaction topic includes two measures: satisfaction with current life and social isolation. This thread shows long-term trends in both measures. stateofnation.org/life-satisfaction/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The state of trust reflects whether we believe institutions are honest, reliable, and serving the nation’s interests. We track trust in government, police, science, and others as key measures. This thread highlights national trends. Learn more: stateofnation.org/trust-in/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Safety from violence is a basic human need. Violence that results in death represents loss of life and shapes how people experience safety. We track murder rates and shootings as key indicators. This thread highlights national trends. Learn more: stateofnation.org/violence/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

A healthy environment is essential to well-being and human development. State of the Nation tracks air quality and net greenhouse gas emissions as key indicators. This thread highlights long-term trends and U.S. standing internationally. Learn more: stateofnation.org/environment/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

At the 5th Annual New Orleans Book Festival, Board Chair Douglas Harris joined Carol Graham, Gary Hoover, and Tulane President Mike Fitts to discuss key findings from the first State of the Nation report. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6wr... With support from The Murphy Institute.

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The State of the Nation Project: In Books | Carol Graham, Douglas Harris + Gary Hoover

YouTube video by New Orleans Book Festival

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Mental health is essential to well-being and involves more than happiness. In the State of the Nation Project, we track key indicators including depression, anxiety, overdoses, and suicide rates. This thread highlights those national trends. Learn more: stateofnation.org/mental-health/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

As part of the State of the Nation project, we’re examining key education outcomes in America, from attainment to student achievement. This thread breaks down key measures and long-term trends shaping education in the country. Learn more: stateofnation.org/education/

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State of the Nation @stateofthenation.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

The State of the Nation is a bipartisan look at how America is doing across key measures of national well-being. Grounded in long-term data and informed by experts and Americans across the political spectrum, it highlights trends and where the country stands. Full report: shorturl.at/Ij5zh

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