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Black Lives Matter More Than Property
In the wake of George Floyd’s murder, there’s been an outpouring of grief—for a few broken storefront windows.
Daniela Lamas on COVID-19, Writing About Medicine, and the Value of Taking Notes
New America 2020 Fellow Daniela Lamas spoke about the human side of medicine.
Better Life Lab Statement on Police Brutality and Structural Racism
Black Lives Matter today and everyday.
Improving Broadband Competition Will Take Wide-Ranging Policy Effort
Improving competition would incentivize companies to improve services, lower prices, and be more consumer-friendly.
White Parents, It’s Your Turn to Carry This Burden
Like most Black parents, I've had "the Talk" with my son about racism. It's time for white people to start doing their part.
Groundswell: How to Fight for Black Lives in the Midst of a Pandemic
This week’s Groundswell highlights acts of protest—both in-person and socially-distanced—from around the country.
How Platforms Can Do A Better Job Fighting Pandemic Disinformation
How Vote-by-Mail Could Make Elections Fairer—Or Messier
The pandemic is prompting some long overdue election reform—but it comes with big risks.
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How Much Should Protesters Worry About Contact Tracing?
Conflating contact tracing with police surveillance of protesters could add a new layer of mistrust—and make it harder to combat COVID-19.
New America Statement on Systemic Racism
Statement from Anne-Marie Slaughter and Tyra Mariani on the latest incidents of systemic racism.
Some thoughts I must share about the last few days
Tyra Mariani wrote to New America's staff about recent events and systemic racism.