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Budget cuts pose period of uncertainty for science in the US
Summary: A look at the various scenarios for science funding as the US Congress searches for a way around the sequestion dilemma.

Event report: Congressional hearing on Hate Crimes and the Threat of Domestic Extremism
Summary: A US Congressional hearing on the tragic shooting at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin in August.

Scientists reveal implicit preference for hiring males to research positions
Summary: A new study shows that implicit gender bias affects choice of employee for lab positions.

Congressional Briefing on Violence Against the Homeless
Summary: On July 10th, 2012, a congressional briefing was held to raise awareness of violence against the homeless and the efforts made to recognize and decrease it. The briefing was sponsored by the National Coalition for the Homeless, in cooperation with the Congressional Caucus on Homelessness.

Fear of Rejection Can Challenge sense of Identity for Latinos with Less Spanish
Summary: Press release from the SPSSI Biennial Conference in Charlotte

Among Police Officers Harsh Attitudes Toward Illegal Immigrants May Result from Belief in Just Results
Summary: Press release from the SPSSI Biennial Conference in Charlotte

Today a Struggle to End Health Disparities for People with Stigma
Summary: Press release from the SPSSI Biennial Conference in Charlotte

How Do I Look?
Summary: SPSSI member Liana Maris Epstein reviews the research on community trust and policing regarding "show me your papers" immigration policies.

Media Advisory, Press Briefing on Healthcare at Charlotte 2012
Summary: Find out what new psychological research says about health in the US as the Supreme Court approaches its big verdict on healthcare reform.

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