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"The Hard Count is rich in implications for both the practical business of the census and the understanding of the influence of communications on public attitudes and behavior. It should command the discipline's attention, and much more frequently than every ten years."
"Using survey statistics, social theory, and informed and thoughtful explanations of Americans' response to the 2000 census, this book provides new insights on those who respond to surveys and those who do not. All who are interested in the quality of census data on which government policy is built should read The Hard Count." former U.S. Commissioner of Labor Statistics
"Aptly named, The Hard Count examines the challenges in conducting the 2000 decennial census and examines empirically the roots of patricipation. The authors provide some important recommendations for future census, as well as challenging some conventional wisdom on the determinants of civic participation. I recommend it to anyone interested in the future of the census and the federal statistical system." Tiffany and Margaret Blake Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus, Harris Graduate School of Public Policy Studies, University of Chicago
"A highly accessible portrayal of the seemingly arcane but fundamentally important relationship between census data collectors and respondents. All who make decisions about our next decennial enumeration can profit from a few hours spent with The Hard Count."Chief statistician, U.S. Office of Management and Budget
