Research Program
Comprehensive reports, full-length research, and city-level studies from our Research Department.
A History of Local Governance in Trenton, New Jersey
A comprehensive historical analysis of municipal governance in Trenton from its founding through the present day, examining the political, social, and demographic forces that have shaped local civic life.
Civic Engagement and Local Democracy in Oklahoma City
An in-depth examination of civic participation patterns in Oklahoma City, with ethnographic research and data analysis covering the past two decades of local political life.
Boston's Neighborhoods and the Politics of Participation
A longitudinal study of neighborhood-level civic engagement in Boston, exploring how community institutions shape political participation across diverse demographic groups.
Rebuilding Civic Trust in Atlanta: A Path Forward
A comprehensive report examining civic trust, institutional legitimacy, and pathways to increased local political participation in Atlanta and Fulton County.