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Scott Allard

Professor, Evans School of Public Policy & Governance

Economics, Policy

206-221-4872 / sallard@uw.edu

Web / Pronouns: he/him

Expertise: Poverty and inequality, safety net policy and urban policy

Scott Allard, the Daniel J. Evans Endowed Professor of Social Policy, focuses on urban poverty, employment among low-skill workers, food security, safety net utilization, and the spatial accessibility of governmental and nongovernmental safety net programs


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  • Nearly 99% of WA ballots are accepted, what's going on with the 1% that aren't? | KUOW
  • Are ballot rejection rates going up in Mason County? Data says no | Northwest Public Broadcasting
  • WA ballot rejections more likely for young voters, people of color | Crosscut
  • Study finds voters of color in WA get their ballots rejected more often | KNKX
  • How you can help prevent your ballot from getting rejected | Washington State Standard

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  • Pandemic further isolating older adults, as senior services struggle to adapt
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  • Evans School's Scott Allard notes poverty's changing landscape in 'Places in Need'
  • Minimum Wage Study: Effects of Seattle wage hike modest, may be overshadowed by strong economy
  • Early analysis of Seattle's $15 wage law: Effect on prices minimal one year after implementation

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