Public Policy Center Research Specialist and manager of the Gambler's Assistance Program Evaluation project,
Dr. Juan Paulo Ramirez, was called upon by a reporter for the Santiago Times as a source of information on gambling and the consequences of a gambling addiction. The Santiago Times has been Chile's most important English language newspaper for the past 20 years. To read the full article view our In The News page or CLICK HERE.
News and Events
A Community Conversation: Future of Lincoln
On the evening of February 24th, 2005, 162 randomly selected residents of Lincoln/Lancaster County gathered to participate in "A Community Conversation: Future of Lincoln", on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The Conversation provided an opportunity for ordinary Lincolnites to discuss their views about the city’s future development plans and quality of life. The event was a success: click here to read about what transpired.
The event was based on the Deliberative Polling® format. A random selection of residents were surveyed over the phone about community economic development and quality of life issues in Lincoln. They were then invited to attend the actual deliberation in which they engaged in group discussions about the overall topic, and interacted with and questioned a plenary panel of experts. The Conversation was an opportunity for ordinary people of different backgrounds and opinions to share their views with one another and become more informed about the issues in a non-partisan environment.
Key Partners
Leadership Lincoln
The Lincoln Journal Star
Funding
Cooper Foundation
Woods Charitable Fund
Related Publications:
Community Conversation: Future of Lincoln, A. (2005 March). 
In The News
Conversation Looks at Lincoln's Future. (2005-02-25). Lincoln Journal Star.
Discussing Lincoln's Future: Impact Fees. (2005-02-13). Lincoln Journal Star.
Discussing Lincoln's Future: Schools and Growth. (2005-02-06). Lincoln Journal Star.
Crowded Classrooms Are Key Issue. (2005-02-06). Lincoln Journal Star.
Economic Officials: Lincoln Does Well; Can Do Better. (2005-02-03). Lincoln Journal Star.
Discussing Lincoln's Future: Economic Development. (2005-01-30). Lincoln Journal Star.
Background on "The Future of Lincoln" (2005-01-29). Lincoln Journal Star.
Good Time to Talk About Lincoln's Future. (2005-01-16). Lincoln Journal Star.
Lead Contact:
Staff Researchers:
Name: Tarik Abdel-Monem
E-mail: tabdelmonem@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-3147
