Policy Research

The mandate of the Policy Research division is to prove the viability of policy proposals, quantify potential trade-offs, and analyze second-order effects, ensuring that good ideas survive rigorous scrutiny. This is essential for converting policy concepts into credible, defensible solutions.

The Policy Research division undertakes several critical activities to meet this goal:

• Conduct: The team conducts thorough literature reviews and comprehensive international comparisons to benchmark potential policy solutions.

• Run: Dedicated feasibility studies are run with the express purpose of stress-testing policy proposals under various conditions.

• Map: Researchers systematically map out potential policy trade-offs and anticipate second-order effects that may arise from implementation.

• Develop: The division develops projections related to population dynamics and demographic trends to inform long-term policy impacts.

Value Proposition

The research efforts provide clarity by helping to pinpoint the swing groups who are most critical for shifting outcomes. The analysis also reveals which narratives cut through and which fail to resonate with the public before they hit the public arena. This foundational research is critical for quantifying the extent to which public attitudes constrain or enable specific policy options.