How we view, value, and fund the justice system generally, and prisons, in particular, is complex and value-laden, particularly in Read the full release.
Alabama’s Prison System: A Crisis in Corrections
The Lasting Effect of Alabama First Class Pre-K
Students who attended the First Class Pre-K program in Alabama are more likely to be proficient in reading and math Read the full release.
At 199, Alabama Still Growing, but Slowly
As Alabama approaches its 200th birthday, the state is still adding population but at a slower rate than most of Read the full release.
PARCA collaborates on new research showing Alabama’s First Class Pre-K students are performing better on academic assessments than others
Alabama public school students who participated in the state’s publicly funded First Class Pre-K program performed better on academic assessments Read the full release.
How Alabama Taxes Compare, 2018 Report
Alabama’s state and local governments collect less per capita in taxes than state and local governments in any other state Read the full release.
Surging economy boosts Alabama 2018 General Fund and ETF Revenues
Thanks to a booming economy, Alabama saw significantly increased revenue to both the General Fund and the Education Trust Fund Read the full release.
PARCA Statewide Constitutional Amendment Analysis
When voters go to the polls on November 6, they’ll not only be electing a governor, legislators, and other state Read the full release.
K-12 Education Ranks as the #1 Priority Among Alabama Voters
In late 2017, the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama (PARCA) surveyed Alabama voters to determine their thoughts about the Read the full release.
Healthcare Ranks #2 Among Alabama Voter Priorities
In late 2017, the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama (PARCA) surveyed Alabama voters to determine their thoughts about the Read the full release.
Government Corruption and Ethics Ranks #3 Among Alabama Voter Priorities
In late 2017, the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama (PARCA) surveyed Alabama voters to determine their thoughts about the Read the full release.