Claire Cain Miller
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How Public Preschool Can Help, and How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Hurt
Congress is considering universal pre-K and subsidies for child care. Research shows how these policies can benefit children, and when they can backfire.
How 4 Weeks of U.S. Paid Leave Would Compare With the Rest of the World
The U.S. is one of six countries with no national paid leave. The Democrats have cut their plan to four weeks, which would still make...
Of 4 Family Policies in Democrats’ Bill, Which Deserves Priority?
We asked 18 academics what they would choose if they could pick only one, as Senator Manchin has reportedly advised.
How Other Nations Pay for Child Care. The U.S. Is an Outlier.
Rich countries contribute an average of $14,000 per year for a toddler’s care, compared with $500 in the U.S. The Democrats’ spending bill tries to...
How to Build a Paid Family Leave Plan That Doesn’t Backfire
Congress is designing a policy as part of Democrats’ safety net spending plan. Evidence from around the world suggests what works and what doesn’t.
Why Hiring for Child Care Is a Huge Struggle
The Biden administration is trying to address a problem with private child care that has worsened during the pandemic.
‘Can’t Compete’: Why Hiring for Child Care Is a Huge Struggle
The Biden administration is trying to address a problem with private child care that has worsened during the pandemic.
When Chance Encounters at the Water Cooler Are Most Useful
Research suggests that initially meeting in person is helpful, especially for people who don’t work closely.
Return to Work? Not With Child Care Still in Limbo, Some Parents Say.
The rise of the Delta variant and the uncertainty over schools and child care are keeping these parents from applying for jobs.