We are pleased to announce the publication of a new book co-edited by Social Explorer’s Andrew Beveridge. Please join us to celebrate the release of: New York and Los Angeles: The Uncertain Future Edited by David Halle and Andrew Beveridge (Oxford University Press, May, 2013) A Book Launch Celebration (panel discussion and reception) Thursday, May 16, 5pm – 7pm CUNY Graduate more...

A Federal District Court settlement sets forth new rules for immigration raids in the U.S., changing the way that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conduct searches.  Social Explorer’s Andrew Beveridge did a report and testified as an expert for the plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit. Using data from immigration and custom enforcement, he analyzed whether more...

First observed in 1997, National Tartan Day celebrates the legacy and contributions of Scottish Americans.  The annual festivities are held on April 6th, the anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath, the 1320 Scottish Declaration of Independence. As George Bush’s 2008 presidential proclamation stated, Tartan Day seeks to “celebrate the spirit and character of Scottish Americans and recognize their more...

This week, the Supreme Court heard two cases that could change same-sex marriage laws nationwide.  If the Defense of Marriage Act and Proposition 8 are ruled illegal, same-sex couples around the nation could rush to the altar this summer. To help measure the impact of this ruling on the population, Social Explorer took a look at data more...

Things move fast in New York, unless you’re trying to sign your kid up for something.  In the New York Times article “Born to Wait: For Parents, a Waiting List for Nearly Everything,” Soni Sangha explores the increase in over-filled classes and long waiting lists for children’s programs.  The story includes data and analysis from more...

February is full of special occasions and holidays, and this Tuesday marks two of them–Abraham Lincoln’s birthday and Mardi Gras. Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809, and the famed president’s birth is celebrated every year, along with President’s Day. This year, Mardi Gras (“Fat Tuesday)—the day before the 40-days of Lent more...

Earlier this week, Social Explorer’s Andrew Beveridge appeared on WNYC’s The Brian Lehrer Show to talk about the latest in the decennial New York City redistricting battle.  The city’s changing demographics, along with the many other political and legal forces at play, will determine the new districts and thus shape the future of New York more...

Every February second, people across Pennsylvania and the world look to a famous rodent to answer the question—when will spring come? For over 120 years, Punxsutawney Phil Soweby (Punxsutawney Phil for short), has offered his predictions, based on whether he sees his shadow (more winter) or not (an early spring). The first official Groundhog Day celebration took more...