USC Sol Price School of Public Policy

Leaders from law enforcement, fire and emergency services, emergency management, and other sectors gathered in Washington, D.C., for USC’s Executive Leadership Program.

Throughout the week, participants examined topics such as crisis leadership, emerging technologies, evolving security threats, community engagement, and cross-sector collaboration while learning from USC faculty and nationally recognized experts.

Read on to learn more about the experience and the impact of this year’s cohort:
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Ready to take the next step in your public service journey?

The USC Price Visionary Scholarship provides financial support for incoming graduate students committed to creating meaningful impact through public service.

The scholarship recognizes exceptional leaders who are advancing positive change through full-time work, part-time roles, volunteer service, or a combination of the three. We encourage applicants from a wide range of career stages and backgrounds to apply.

Apply by June 30 and learn more here: https://uscprice.page/4vsve5u

Fatherhood takes many forms, but its influence is often felt in moments of support, patience, and love.

This Father’s Day, we honor the dads and father figures who help others grow, thrive, and reach their potential.

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The healthcare industry is changing rapidly, creating new challenges and opportunities for organizations across the country. Behind many of the decisions that impact patient care, technology, and daily operations are professionals working to keep healthcare systems running effectively.

As healthcare continues to adapt to new demands, leadership and management roles are becoming increasingly important in shaping what comes next.

📖 Read our latest blog installment to explore the growing opportunities and evolving roles helping drive the future of healthcare: https://uscprice.page/4oBCmd6

California's primary election results sparked a familiar debate: Why does it take so long to count votes?

As election officials continue processing ballots, some political figures and commentators have pointed to the lengthy timeline as a reason for skepticism. But election experts say California's extended counting process is largely the result of policies designed to expand voter participation while maintaining election security.

Center for Inclusive Democracy director Mindy Romero explains how signature verification, vote-by-mail processing, and other safeguards contribute to the state's slower vote count—and why balancing security and access remains a challenge for election administrators.

Read more in CalMatters.org: https://uscprice.page/4eBMSws

Federal Medicaid cuts are fueling a renewed, long-standing battle over healthcare costs and accountability in California. SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West and California Hospital Association have advanced competing initiatives, both qualifying for the November ballot.

As Californians continue to rank healthcare affordability among their top concerns, the initiatives are sparking debate over how healthcare resources should be allocated and who bears the cost.

USC Price Professor Glenn Melnick discusses what these proposals could mean for patients and access to care as California's healthcare system faces financial pressures from Medicaid funding cuts.

Read more in the Los Angeles Times: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/medicaid-cuts-reignite-clash-between-100000014.html?guccounter=1

Please join us in congratulating Brett Channing on his appointment as City Manager for the City of Aliso Viejo - Local Government!

With more than 20 years of local government experience and a strong background in municipal leadership, Brett has served communities throughout Southern California in a variety of leadership roles, including Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Manager. His experience spans community services, planning and development, public works, finance, human resources, and information technology.

A USC Price alumnus, Brett's career reflects a longstanding commitment to serving communities through local government. ✌️

Turmoil inside the FDA is raising new questions about the future of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement and the growing tensions between politics, public health, and corporate influence.

As vaccine debates, staffing shakeups, and industry lobbying collide, USC Price Associate Professor, Genevieve Kanter weighs in on what these changes could mean for scientific credibility and public trust in government health agencies.

Read the full story in Public Notice: https://uscprice.page/4dNiu2X

California’s gubernatorial race delivered plenty of surprises, but some long-standing political patterns remain hard to break. As voters weighed experience, money, and electability, questions about representation also surfaced.

Center for Inclusive Democracy director, Mindy Romero, discusses the expectations women candidates continue to face and how those perceptions can shape statewide campaigns.

Read more in the Los Angeles Times: https://uscprice.page/43sZKjd

Does moving away from Los Angeles really make housing more affordable?

A new analysis examines what happened to Angelenos who relocated to fast-growing cities like Austin, Nashville, Phoenix, and Las Vegas in search of lower costs—only to find that housing prices and living expenses have risen rapidly nationwide.

USC Price Professor Dowell Myers helps put the trend into perspective.

"You can’t just blame California’s changes on current problems within the state. Indeed, almost one-third of all American households were cost-burdened — spending more than 30% of monthly income on housing costs," says Myers.

Read more: https://uscprice.page/4eIIcpz