Trained in labor economics and public finance, I study how public policy exacerbates or mitigates inequality, particularly for low-wage workers and immigrants.

Work in Progress

“Worker-led Lawsuits: The Effects of California’s Private Attorneys General Act on Business Behavior Across the State” —with Enrique Lopezlira

“CADAA Estudiante Cuenta: The Effects of the CA Dream Act Application on Undocumented Students Success”—with Teresita Cruz Vital

“Medi-Cal Expansion for Undocumented Immigrants”—with Teresita Cruz Vital and Alessandro Marchetti Bowick