Research Methods: Sanctuary Cities

Research Methods: Sanctuary Cities

Please provide thoughtful responses to each question (one or two paragraphs each)

Question 1: In our study of sanctuary cities and crime, what should we use as units of analysis(e.g., individuals, block groups, census tracts, cities, counties, states, other)? In a few sentences,describe why you selected this unit of analysis?

Question 2: Should our study use longitudinal or cross-sectional design. What are some advantages of the design you selected?

Question 3: Name a few third/omitted variables we should consider when looking at the relationship between Sanctuary City Policies and Crime? In other words, you should think of factors that might affect both the likelihood of adoption of sanctuary policy and criminal behavior. Explain why you think these might be important to consider.