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How AI and Other Technology Can Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities

Technology can be a lifeline—or a barrier. Users with disabilities explain how accessible design makes all the difference.
Teaching, Learning & Tech Article In The Thread
Crowds of onlookers gather after federal agents shot Alex Pretti on January 24, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

ICE Wages the “War on Terror” in Minnesota

Future Security Article In The Thread

Empire of Madness

New America Fellows Event
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Podcasts

New America's slate of podcasts focuses on telling stories about realizing America's promise of equity and opportunity.
Highlights

Our Story

Find out more about our distinctive community of thinkers, writers, researchers, technologists, and community activists.

Jobs & Fellowships

Explore the jobs, fellowships, and internship opportunities at New America.

Podcasts

New America's slate of podcasts focuses on telling stories about realizing America's promise of equity and opportunity.

We are dedicated to renewing
the promise of America

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Upcoming Events
Feb. 6th, 2026

The Wall Dancers

Join author Yi-Ling Liu for discussion of their new book, The Wall Dancers and learn more about China's online ecosystem.
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Feb. 10th, 2026

Coexisting with AI: Work, Love, and Play in a Changing World | A Conversation with Kay Firth-Butterfield

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Feb. 11th, 2026

Economic Opportunities: Apprenticeship for Economically Disadvantaged Youth

On February 11, NAPE will host a webinar focused on apprenticeship opportunities for economically disadvantaged youth.
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Recent Publications
Feb. 5th, 2026

The U.S. Finally Has a Tool to Deter Hostage-Taking

Future Security Program Fellow Sarah Moriarty writes on a new tool to deter hostage taking.
By: 
Sarah Moriarty
Future Security Article/Op-Ed
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Feb. 5th, 2026

AI and The Ownership of Teacher Work

How AI is being used to support teachers’ work across assessment, curriculum, and pedagogy.
By: 
José Luis Vilson
Education Policy Blog Post
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Feb. 4th, 2026

Public Comments Highlight Risks of Weakening Child Care Affordability

Letter for ACF’s consideration urging the agency to reconsider proposed changes to the Child Care Development Fund
By: 
Aaron Loewenberg
Education Policy Public Comments
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Feb. 4th, 2026

The New Geopolitics of Tech: Africa’s Power in the Age of AI

When the United States and China control every layer of AI infrastructure, how can emerging economies exert real influence?
By: 
Candace Rondeaux
, 
Ben Dalton
, and 
Anjuna Ohlke
Planetary Politics Blog Post
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