Startups Founded by Women, How Governors Invest in Innovation, and More

March 14, 2019

Voters cast their ballots on Election Day at Washington Mill Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, U.S., November 7, 2017. REUTERS/Aaron P. Bernstein - RC1FB1A295B0

A vast majority of counties showed increased Democratic support in 2018 House election

A majority of the nation’s counties experienced increased Democratic voting support between the 2016 and 2018 elections, even in heavily Republican states like Nebraska and Oklahoma. William Frey discusses what drove support and what it means for 2020.

Which cities lead the nation for women founding venture-backed startups?

Ian Hathaway

Analyzing the number of companies raising a first round of venture capital in the United States, Ian Hathaway finds that just 16 percent of funding went to startups with at least one female founder. Yet, his analysis shows that there are reasons for optimism.

3 ways governors are investing in innovation

John D. Ratliff and Nathan Arnosti

From California to New York, governors are integrating new and innovative technologies that are rapidly reshaping the nation’s industries. John Ratliff and Nathan Arnosti examine the various approaches to foster tech growth in states across the country.

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A vast majority of counties showed increased Democratic support in 2018 House election

Which cities lead the nation for women founding venture-backed startups?

3 ways governors are investing in innovation

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