Our Impact Assessment System
We recognize that governmental actions affect people in many different ways. Rather than providing a simple "good" or "bad" rating, we evaluate each action across 19 key areas that matter to citizens.
Each government action receives a score from 1 to 5 in each category:
| Rating | Description |
|---|---|
| ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Highly disadvantageous to those who care about this area |
| ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Disadvantageous |
| ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Neutral or mixed impact |
| ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Beneficial |
| ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Highly beneficial to those who care about this area |
The 19 Impact Areas We Evaluate:
Click on any category to see a deep dive into the most, and least, beneficial government actions related to that area.
Economic Growth & Job Creation
Overall economic health, employment, and new business formation
Business Prosperity & Innovation
Health of existing businesses, competitiveness, reduced red tape, R&D support
Fiscal Responsibility & Fair Taxation
Government debt, budget deficits, spending efficiency, tax fairness
Environmental Protection & Climate Action
Air/water quality, biodiversity, climate change mitigation, conservation
Public Health & Healthcare Access
Population health, disease prevention, medical care quality and accessibility
Social Equity & Poverty Reduction
Addressing inequality, supporting vulnerable populations, anti-discrimination
Education & Skill Development
Quality and access to education from early years to higher education
Individual Liberties, Rights & Privacy
Personal freedoms, civil rights, due process, data privacy
Religious Freedom & Expression
Right to practice faith freely, separation of church and state
Public Safety & Crime Reduction
Personal security, law enforcement effectiveness, emergency preparedness
Justice System Fairness & Rule of Law
Fair court processes, access to justice, legal institution integrity
National Security & Defense
Protection from threats, military preparedness, border security
Infrastructure & Public Services
Quality of roads, transport, utilities, internet, government services
Family & Community Well-being
Support for families, childcare, housing affordability, social cohesion
Cultural Heritage & Arts
Preservation of cultural identity, arts support, historical sites
Labor Rights & Worker Conditions
Fair wages, safe working environments, right to organize
Agricultural Viability & Food Security
Support for farmers, sustainable food production, food accessibility
Energy Security & Affordability
Reliable and affordable access to diverse energy sources
International Standing & Cooperation
National reputation, diplomatic relations, role in global issues
This comprehensive approach helps you understand how government actions might affect the specific areas you care most about, rather than relying on a single overall score.