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Director's Blog Director's Blog Launched in 2009, this blog gives the director's point of view on everything from Census Bureau news to how we measure America's people, places and economy. Deputy Director's Blog Deputy Director's Blog Launched in February 2024, this blog is a dedicated space for the Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer to provide operational updates. Random Samplings Blog Random Samplings Experts from the Census Bureau describe the objectives of their work and explain census and survey results. The bureau conducts more than 100 surveys each year. Global Reach Blog Global Reach Get foreign trade data reports, information on Trade Regulations and answers to your questions from the official source of US Import & Export Trade Statistics. Research Matters Blog Research Matters Scientists from the Census Bureau describe the importance of research in survey design, methodology, modeling, record linkage, confidentiality protection, etc. Featured Director's Blog Remembering Kenneth Prewitt June 05, 2026 I am sad to share news of the passing of Kenneth Prewitt, former director of the U.S. Census Bureau, at age 90. Deputy Director's Blog Revolutionizing Economic Measurement at the Census Bureau January 06, 2026 Learn how the Census Bureau’s Center for Economic Studies became a hub for new data-driven research and economic measurement. Random Samplings Blog The Census Bureau Higher Education Consortium Launches July 23, 2026 The CBHEC is a collaborative effort by the Census Bureau and academia to develop innovators to meet the nation’s statistical needs. Global Reach Blog Census Bureau “Verify” Messages in the Automated Export System: Verify October 28, 2024 Research Matters Blog Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias September 09, 2025 In the latest annual income report, the Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses collected as part of the 2025 CPS ASEC. Research Matters Blog Census Bureau Economists to Present at AEA and ASSA Annual Meetings December 30, 2025 U.S. Census Bureau economists and social scientists are set to present their research findings at the annual meeting of the AEA and ASSA. You May Be Interested In America Counts Story America Counts: Stories Tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as housing, employment and population. 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