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Trump’s TikTok and the Growing State of Authoritarianism

Lilian Coral explains Trump’s TikTok deal, implications for users, and the blurred line between national security and civil liberties online
Open Technology Institute Article In The Thread
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How AI and Other Technology Can Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities

Teaching, Learning & Tech Article In The Thread
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ICE Wages the “War on Terror” in Minnesota

Future Security Article In The Thread

Empire of Madness

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Upcoming Events
Mar. 2nd, 2026

A Quarter of U.S. Homes Cost Under $200,000. Why Can’t Families Buy Them?

Join discussion of how to repair the financing barriers contributing to the housing crisis.
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Mar. 3rd, 2026

In Sickness and In Health

Listen in as author Laura Mauldin discusses her new book and calls for a radical reimagining of care.
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Mar. 4th, 2026

When Nuclear Danger Becomes Background Noise: A Conversation with W.J. (“Bill”) Hennigan and Amy J. Nelson

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Recent Publications
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Feb. 24th, 2026

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

Collecting data on parenting students Is possible. Here are six myths debunked.
By: 
Ewaoluwa Obatuase
, 
Stephanie Baker
, and 
Theresa Anderson
Education Policy Blog Post
Feb. 24th, 2026

The Future of Homeowners Insurance: Q&A with Alice Hill

Climate risk expert Alice Hill spoke with The Rooftop about housing affordability, homeowners insurance, and climate change.
By: 
Yuliya Panfil
 and 
Alice Hill
Future of Land and Housing Blog Post
Feb. 24th, 2026

Fictional Intelligence

New America's Peter W. Singer discusses his new series "Fictional Intelligence" with Defense One.
By: 
Peter Warren Singer
Future Security In The News Piece
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Feb. 24th, 2026

Our 2025 Year in Review in the Education & Work Programs

The Education & Work programs at New America share highlights of our impact in 2025.
By: 
Kevin Carey
Education Policy Blog Post
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