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Public Policy Institutes, Think Tanks |
public policy institute (think tank) - an organization whose mission is to provide independent research and reporting that informs citizens and the media about nationally important issues and promotes the exchange of ideas through conferences and publications.
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New America Foundation - nonprofit public policy institute whose purpose is to bring "exceptionally promising new voices and new ideas to the fore of America's public discourse."
The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) - "a private nonprofit organization dedicated to informing and improving public policy in California through independent, objective, nonpartisan research."
Civic Ventures - "a national nonprofit think tank and incubator that generates ideas and programs to help society achieve the greatest return on experience and redefines the second half of life as a source of social renewal."
The Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania - "conducts and disseminates research, hosts lectures and conferences and convenes expert panels to address important questions about the intersection of media, communication and public policy."
The Aspen Institute - founded in 1950, "an international nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering enlightened leadership and open-minded dialogue through seminars, policy programs, conferences and leadership development initiatives."
Public Agenda - "a nonpartisan opinion research and civic engagement organization helping Americans explore and understand critical issues since 1975."
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