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People Don’t Mind Government Nudges, but Prefer Them Free of Politics
When an unloved cause or political adversary is attached to a nudge, the method itself becomes suspect

Awards as Incentives: Sometimes They Backfire
Seeking to improve school attendance, researchers learn how some students think

How to Spot a Nudge Gone Rogue
Researchers find common warning signs in persuasion projects that went wrong

How to Harness Individual Outrage for Lasting Social Change
A practical guide to enlisting, mobilizing and continually engaging like-minded people