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Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression
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For over 25 years, New America’s insights and policy solutions have helped usher in sweeping, long-term change. Discover how we have turned bold ideas into real-world impact.

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Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate
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For more than 25 years, New America has supported hundreds of fellows as they pursue ambitious work. Through our flagship Fellows Program and specialized fellowships, we back ideas rooted in depth, rigor, and lasting relevance.

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The New America Fellows Program supports thinkers, creators, and storytellers whose work shapes public conversation on the defining issues of our time.
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Mar 23, 2026
Making Child Care Work for Student Parents

Making Child Care Work for Student Parents

Mar 26, 2026
Drinking Water Data for the Nation: Version 1.0 Release Webinar

Drinking Water Data for the Nation: Version 1.0 Release Webinar

Mar 31, 2026
The Understated Value of Regional Intermediaries for Workforce and Economic Development

The Understated Value of Regional Intermediaries for Workforce and Economic Development

Apr 1 – 2, 2026
The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Model

The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Model
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New America, Reimagined: Built for What’s Next

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New America, Reimagined: Built for What’s Next

Join us in generating big ideas and bold solutions for a new America.

Mar 10, 2026

Anne-Marie Slaughter, Paul E. Butler

New America Announces Its New Mission and Vision, Reveals New Logo and Website

New America Announces Its New Mission and Vision, Reveals New Logo and Website

Mar 10, 2026

AI Risks Creating a ‘Demand Machine’ for Governments, Report Warns

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AI Risks Creating a ‘Demand Machine’ for Governments, Report Warns

Mar 6, 2026

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Testimony on “Preparing for the Future: America’s Community Colleges”

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Testimony on “Preparing for the Future: America’s Community Colleges”

Mar 5, 2026

Shalin Jyotishi

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

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The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

Mar 5, 2026

Sarah Forland, Prem M. Trivedi

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Varying Degrees 2024

Varying Degrees 2024

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Varying Degrees 2024

Varying Degrees, New America’s annual survey, shows how Americans value education after high school.

Jul 30, 2024

Sophie Nguyen, Rachel Fishman, Olivia Cheche

What We Know About Fusion Voting

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What We Know About Fusion Voting

This report outlines the theory and evidence of how fusion voting could strengthen minor parties and enhance American democracy.

Jul 16, 2024

Oscar Pocasangre, Maresa Strano

Learning, Joy, and Equity: A New Framework for Elementary Education

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Learning, Joy, and Equity: A New Framework for Elementary Education

A new framework for elementary education consists of 14 core ingredients to build child-centered, joyful, and effective spaces for learning

Jul 15, 2024

Tunette Powell, Shantel Meek, Xigrid Soto-Boykin, Rosemarie Allen, Iheoma Iruka, Eric Bucher, Afua Ameley-Quaye, Brittany Alexander, Mario Cardona, Gladys Aponte, Lisa Gordon, Darielle Blevins, Aaron Loewenberg, Laura Bornfreund, Iheoma U. Iruka, Gladys Y. Aponte

Grow Your Own Teachers

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Grow Your Own Teachers

This brief presents the findings of a 50-state scan designed to identify programs and to investigate state policies that support GYO program

Jul 11, 2024

Understanding the Shocking Death Toll in Military Vehicle Rollovers

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Understanding the Shocking Death Toll in Military Vehicle Rollovers

Rollovers are a major contributor to the deadly toll of military accidents. This report examines the problem and efforts to reduce it.

Jun 25, 2024

Michael McDowell

Building and Scaling the Foreclosure and Eviction Analysis Tool (FEAT)

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Building and Scaling the Foreclosure and Eviction Analysis Tool (FEAT)

Lessons learned from partnerships in Arizona, Florida, and Indiana to leverage statewide eviction and foreclosure dashboards.

Jun 20, 2024

Yuliya Panfil, Sabiha Zainulbhai

A Guide to Student Loan Outreach

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A Guide to Student Loan Outreach

Borrowers need the Department of Education to improve student loan communications and outreach as they navigate the return to repayment.

May 29, 2024

Tia Caldwell, Sophie Nguyen

Understanding Evictions: A Guide to Using Local Court Data

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Understanding Evictions: A Guide to Using Local Court Data

This guide offers a roadmap for using court data to better understand eviction trends.

May 22, 2024

Sabiha Zainulbhai, Helen Bonnyman

Segregation Between America’s School Districts in the Twenty-First Century

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Segregation Between America’s School Districts in the Twenty-First Century

To succeed at school integration, we must understand the school segregation landscape and direct efforts at the problem as it exists today.

May 16, 2024

Zahava Stadler, Jordan Abbott

Can Proportional Representation Lead to Better Governance?

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Can Proportional Representation Lead to Better Governance?

A proportional electoral system that leads to a multiparty democracy would improve responsiveness, accountability, and stability.

May 8, 2024

John Carey, Oscar Pocasangre

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