Why California’s Prop 50 Is a Victory for Democracy—Even in Its Irony
Maresa Stano writes on how California’s Prop 50 proves the importance of direct democracy in building voters’ power.
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Recipes of Ruin: Food Traditions and the Struggle for Cultural Identity
How can food traditions become targets in campaigns of cultural erasure? Visiting Fellow Aryn Baker dives into Michael Shaikh's new book.
Bridging the Gaps in Disability Policy: Reclaiming the Promise of the ADA
Disabled people are not passive recipients of policy outcomes; they are experts on their own lives and the systems they operate within.
The People’s Plan for Hughes
This week, Fort Collins voters endorsed deliberative democracy at the ballot box.
Implementing in Public: Sharing Lessons Learned from Across the Country in the Open
As Alameda County, CA implements an expansive early childhood initiative, we reflect on the value of shared learning and common experiences.
Low Earth Orbit Satellites: Exploring the Future of Connectivity
A collection that provides an overview of Wireless Future’s efforts to advance the field of LEO satellites.
Gabriella García-Pardo on Creating a Visual Language
New America Fellow Gabriella García-Pardo spoke about her forthcoming film, FENCED.
AI Agents and Memory: Privacy and Power in the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Era
A brief on how to ensure agentic AI systems remain understandable, accountable, and aligned with the people they serve.
Opinion: Welcome to the Secret Society of Satellite Spectrum
Michael Calabrese on the complexity of satellite spectrum.
The DR Congo’s Cobalt Power Move
Laura Kupe dives into how the DRC is leveraging its control over its critical resources in the global energy market.
The Future of Career-Technical Education: Building on Success While Responding to New Challenges
A new project will convene CTE stakeholders to explore and how state and federal policy can support continued improvement in CTE.
Your Internet Bill Is About to Get More Confusing
Chhaya Kapadia on internet nutrition labels.
Affordable Housing Is Leading the Way on Innovative Design
Exciting lessons from income-restricted housing in designing for connection, community resilience, and healing.
Americans Are United On Accountability
Americans are united on accountability. Recent legislation under OBBBA makes progress, but more needs to be done.