Be a Good Dad for Gender Equality
In the wake of State of the World’s Fathers, the first global analysis of fatherhood released this week, Promundo founder Gary Barker argues
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Breaking the Millennial Debt Spiral
Economists, researchers, and policymakers are all working to increase Millennials’ financial capability Millennials’ financial capability. E
Does a High School Diploma Mean “College-Ready” for Students?
Are high school students ready for college or a career? In some states, that depends on who you ask.
Making “College Ready” Matter
How can high schools align their assessments to maximize students’ success in college? New America debuted a new database that can help at a
The Pitfalls of the Sharing Economy
Millennials are disproportionately engaged in the share or gig economy after coming of age in the shadow of the Great Recession. Reid Cramer
Utilizing Women in Tomorrow’s Wars
To succeed in war today and tomorrow, American military units need all the talent they can get, including women who are trained to serve in
When Companies Hack Back
Should companies be allowed to hack the hackers? Members of New America’s Cybersecurity Initiative share their views.
Five Big Changes in the New Head Start Performance Standards
HHS released the new, improved, and long-awaited Head Start Performance Standards in a Federal Notice of Proposed Rule Making.
New Federal Focus on Building Skills for Success
Focus, curiosity, and perseverance: Students need these and other habits, mindsets, and skills to be successful.
The Perils of Enrolling in For-Profit Colleges
For-Profit Colleges have created a mess for students and the federal government, leaving many broke, without a usable degree or work.