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Tuesday in November

Tuesday in November

The U.S. election is just days away. Enjoy this 1945 short film called “Tuesday in November.” It’s a civics lesson from WWII and a great primer on American government.  At times, these vintage films are unintentionally funny. Make sure to watch the political argument that a man is having with his dentist at 12:48. And consider this a reminder to everyone—vote!

University of Maryland

University of Maryland's family issues voter's guide

October 22, 2012

In an effort to inform voters where major presidential candidates stand on family-relevant issues, family policy doctoral students at the University of Maryland School of Public Health compiled a family issues voting guide.

Joyce Arditti

Joyce Arditti on parental incarceration

Professor Joyce Arditti at Virginia Tech talks about her research on parental incarceration and the transformative effect it had on her scholarship.  Criminology has long been examined in the social sciences. However, Dr. Arditti has added a family lens to this area of study.  Her ground-breaking research is now published in her new book on parental incarceration.

Society for Research in Child Development

SRCD — Using research in policy and practice

October 16, 2012

This brief describes the chasm between researchers and policymakers and how the field can close the gap.

Zippy video mind reader

Amazing mind reader reveals his gift

In Brussels, Belgium, a “mind reader” set up a street exhibit to show off his psychic abilities to the amazement of many passersby. You don’t want to miss the real story behind his ESP! 

California Legislature

New development in family policy

October 09, 2012

A new California law prohibits sexual orientation conversion therapy for LGBT minors.

Policy Institute for Family Impact Seminars

Do you teach family policy?

October 02, 2012

Would you like to know where you can get ideas for teaching or course assignments?