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A variety of criteria should be used when evaluating proposals to stimulate the economy: 

Relief packages for people facing hardships due to economic downturns should be temporary and well-targeted. Preference should be given to measures that also would stimulate economic activity. 

The debate over immigration to the U.S.

Passing responsibilities down to lower levels of government should be undertaken primarily to place services closer to the people being served and to maximize administrative

Policymakers should expand opportunities for people to volunteer in their communities. This includes older adults and people with disabilities.

Policymakers should use effective, evidence-based assessment models to identify at-risk drivers of all ages. They should receive counseling or referrals, and appropriate action should be taken.

Policymakers should enact and update public financing systems for elections. This includes increasing matching funds, particularly for small donations.

Policymakers should maximize voter registration, including through automatic voter registration systems. They should build easy-to-use online voter registration systems.

Policymakers should prohibit ID requirements that discourage or prevent citizens from voting.

Policymakers should encourage and promote maximum participation in the electoral process.