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Institute For Public Policy National Poll - October 2019, Institute For Public Policy

Public Policy Poll Results

Sacred Heart University’s Institute for Public Policy and the Hartford Courant are collaborating in partnership with GreatBlue Research to analyze salient issues facing the State of Connecticut. This collaboration combines the academic excellence of a top-rated private University and the integrity and professionalism of a national newspaper with the research design, analysis and reporting expertise of GreatBlue Research.

• 10/9/19: Biden Leading Democratic Field in CT, Polling Well Ahead of Trump in 2020 Race
• 10/10/19: Poll Gives CT Governor Lamont Mixed Reviews

Institute For Public Policy National Poll - March 2019, Institute For Public Policy

Public Policy Poll Results

The Sacred Heart University Institute for Public Policy leveraged quantitative research through a dual-metholodology to address the following areas of investigation:

• Thoughts on the quality of life in Connecticut
• Challenges facing the State and State Legislature
• Opinions toward the implementation of electronic tolling or "e-tolling" in the State
• Perceptions of school safety issues in the State
• Opinions on e-cigarettes
• Perceptions of housing issues facing the State and affordable housing options
• Demographic profiles of respondents

Martin Van Buren: Forgotten But Not Deserted, Morgan O'Brien

Writing Across the Curriculum

The eighth president of the United States of America was none other than President Martin van Buren. “Old Kinderhook” is one of the most overlooked presidents, but he deserves to be remembered for his influence over our political system.