by Polis Center | Oct 9, 2020 | Coronavirus Hub, Health
The incidence of new COVID-19 cases has not been the same over time throughout the country. This animated map shows the 7-day average of new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people. This allows us to view the spread and incidence of the virus regardless of population...
by Polis Center | Sep 29, 2020 | Coronavirus Hub, Economy, Equity, Health
In this report, we identify the areas in Indianapolis most affected by COVID-19, particularly those already disproportionately affected by poverty; define some of the challenges families in these areas are facing; and explore ways inequity plays a role in the risk,...
by Polis Center | Aug 19, 2020 | Community Development, Coronavirus Hub, Equity, Government & Policy
Indiana lost 436,000 jobs between February and April, driving the unemployment rate from 3.1% to 17.5%. While the state gained back 217,000 jobs by June, unemployment remained extremely high at 11.2%. (Bureau of Labor Statistics) Additional unemployment insurance...
by Polis Center | Jul 29, 2020 | Crime & Safety, Equity, Equity Hub, Government & Policy
Police have used force on 13 out of every 1,000 black residents since 2015, compared to only 5 out of every 1,000 white residents. Police use force on black residents at over 2.5 times the rate of white residents. Police use force more often in neighborhoods with high...
by Polis Center | Jun 24, 2020 | Coronavirus Hub, Equity, Health
New York City was one of the first cities to be infected by COVID-19 in the United States. It has also been the worst hit, with half a million confirmed cases and 36,000 COVID-related deaths (New York Times, April 23, 2020). By comparing COVID-19 test results with...
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