Pioneer Institute for Public Policy Research

06/11/2026

Roger Perry Government Transparency Intern Nina Argel reports that AI-driven automation could displace millions of U.S. jobs in the next few years. She suggests that workforce augmentation with AI is a more effective long-term response. Read her latest blog here: https://loom.ly/OlZajUg

Currently, Tufts University’s American AI Jobs Risk Index projects that 9.3 million U.S. jobs are at risk of displacement in the next two-to-five years, with an associated $757 billion in household income at risk. The study focuses particularly, on “Wired Belt” metros, tech-heavy, knowledge-in...

06/11/2026

Pioneer Institute believes that policy change should occur primarily through the legislative process. However, the initiative petition process remains an important safety valve when citizens believe elected officials are not addressing their concerns.

In a letter to Representative Mike Day, Executive Director Jim Stergios writes that the initiative petition process was created during the Progressive Era as a safeguard when legislatures proved unwilling to address pressing public concerns. Read it here: https://loom.ly/YNXJQo0

06/11/2026

Our Roger Perry Education Intern spends the summer researching K–12 education data and turning those insights into weekly blogs. In his first Pioneer blog, Sam Klein explores how Massachusetts risks losing its long-held leadership in K–12 education unless it strengthens literacy standards by mandating and effectively implementing the science of reading, alongside improved teacher training and accountability. Here’s what Sam had to say about researching and writing his first blog:

"By exploring the Massachusetts’ spiraling education metrics, I was exposed to a substantial policy failure that has garnered little media attention. While I was saddened to see the direction of our state, I hope this blog helps shed light and enact meaningful change."

Read it here! https://loom.ly/0WSin80

Since 2005, Massachusetts has achieved the top ranking in the biannual National Assessment of Educational Progress’s (NAEP) fourth-grade reading assessment. However, the Commonwealth’s lower quality Common Core-based English Language Arts (ELA) standards and lack of quality of reading pedagogy a...

06/11/2026

The story of mathematics is a story of curiosity, innovation, and discovery. Dr. Snezana Lawrence joins The Learning Curve to trace its journey across civilizations and centuries. Tune in today! https://loom.ly/xZg0H1o

06/10/2026

The Governor opposes a tax cut that would put money back in your pocket, create businesses and tens of thousands of jobs.

06/10/2026

This week on The Learning Curve, Dr. Snezana Lawrence explores how mathematical ideas developed across cultures and how those discoveries shaped the modern world. Listen today! https://loom.ly/xZg0H1o

06/09/2026

Voters approved independent legislative audits. The House’s latest bill narrows that authority, restricts access to records, and limits judicial review. Pioneer's Jim Stergios and Mary Connaughton explain why the legislation falls short of the transparency Massachusetts voters demanded.
Read the full op-ed: https://loom.ly/56nt3_4

06/05/2026

Boston is a global hub for life sciences innovation. But what role does public policy play in sustaining that success? Join us for a timely discussion at the Hewitt Healthcare Lecture on June 24! Register today! https://loom.ly/59qvKtg

06/05/2026

What does the future of school choice look like? Leslie Hiner of EdChoice joins The Learning Curve to discuss major Supreme Court rulings, parental rights, educational freedom, and key legal battles shaping education nationwide. Tune in! https://loom.ly/SA24PDQ

06/05/2026

Pioneer's Jim Stergios is urging Governor Healey to ensure Massachusetts families can benefit from the new federal scholarship tax credit program. The program would expand educational opportunities for students at no cost to the state budget and without reducing public school funding. Read his letter here: https://loom.ly/IZ9qMD0