Bridget Fisher is a researcher and communications specialist with a background in government and public affairs. Before joining SCEPA, she was a senior press officer in The New School’s communications department working with social science departments across the university. She came to higher education from government. In New York, she served as chief of staff for a member of the New York City Council and director of communications for the Working Families Party. On Capitol Hill, she served as press secretary and legislative assistant for a member of the U.S. Congress. Bridget graduated from American University in Washington, D.C., with a bachelor's degree in public communication and women’s studies. She received her master's degree in public administration with a focus on urban economic development from CUNY's Baruch College.
The Need for Refundable Tax Credits at the Federal and State Level
Despite spending $100 billion a year in retirement tax breaks, the U.S. faces a retirement income security crisis.
Earnings Experience and its Impact on 401(k) Contribution Behavior
This study finds that economic shocks and other factors continuously cause changes in 401(k) contributions.
The Hispanic Health Paradox
Proposals to raise the retirement age must anticipate a decrease in Hispanic-Americans longevity.
The Racial Morbidity Gap
This policy note illustrates that the average black American will experience physical limitations before the normal retirement age of 67.
Are U.S. Workers Ready for Retirement?
SCEPA’s Retirement Equity Lab (ReLab) released a report that is the first to quantify the real effect of the retirement crisis - poverty.
401(K) Tax Policy Creates Inequality
This policy note shows how the current system of tax deferral for retirement contributions contributes to wealth inequality.
The Racial Longevity Gap Past Age 65
This report concludes that raising the retirement age will disproportionately impact Blacks.
Bargaining Power and Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans
This reports addresses the decline in workers' bargaining power and the changes in norms relating to benefits provision.
How 401(k) Plans Make Recessions Worse
This study concludes that 401(k)-type retirement plans exacerbate recessions.
Retirement Readiness in New York City
This report documents the consequences of declining employer-sponsored plans in New York City.
