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At New America, our work spans across five issue areas—each essential to building a nation and a world where everyone can thrive.
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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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New America Fellows

The New America Fellows Program supports thinkers, creators, and storytellers whose work shapes public conversation on the defining issues of our time.
Us@250 Fellowship

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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

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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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Statement in Support of the Freedom to Vote Act

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Statement in Support of the Freedom to Vote Act

We, the undersigned, are scholars of democracy writing in support of the Freedom to Vote Act.

Nov 21, 2021

OTI Urges Swift Confirmation of Rosenworcel and Sohn to the FCC, Davidson to the NTIA

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OTI Urges Swift Confirmation of Rosenworcel and Sohn to the FCC, Davidson to the NTIA

OTI signs a letter urging Senate leaders to swiftly confirm President Biden’s FCC and NTIA nominees.

Nov 16, 2021

9/27 FCC Comments in Support of Affordable and Accessible Calling Services for the Incarcerated

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9/27 FCC Comments in Support of Affordable and Accessible Calling Services for the Incarcerated

Sep 29, 2021

Vicki Shabo Submits Letter to U.S. House Ways and Means Committee Praising Universal Paid Family and Medical Leave Provisions in the Build Back Better Act Ahead of Legislative Markup

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Vicki Shabo Submits Letter to U.S. House Ways and Means Committee Praising Universal Paid Family and Medical Leave Provisions in the Build Back Better Act Ahead of Legislative Markup

Sep 8, 2021

OTI, Common Cause Urge FCC to Promote Public Interest in Verizon/Tracfone Deal

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OTI, Common Cause Urge FCC to Promote Public Interest in Verizon/Tracfone Deal

Aug 23, 2021

8/17 FCC Reply Comments in Support of Voice-Only Service in the Lifeline Program

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8/17 FCC Reply Comments in Support of Voice-Only Service in the Lifeline Program

Aug 16, 2021

OTI Urges FCC to Protect Low-Income Consumers in Emergency Broadband Benefit, Verizon/TracFone Merger

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OTI Urges FCC to Protect Low-Income Consumers in Emergency Broadband Benefit, Verizon/TracFone Merger

Recommends pricing guardrails to protect low-income consumers.

Jul 22, 2021

Comments on how PreK-12 schools can improve school climate and safety in a manner that is consistent with civil rights laws and ensures equal access to education

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Comments on how PreK-12 schools can improve school climate and safety in a manner that is consistent with civil rights laws and ensures equal access to education

Jul 19, 2021

Jazmyne Owens

Public Comments on the Department of Treasury’s Interim Final Rule to Implement Coronavirus Relief Funding

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Public Comments on the Department of Treasury’s Interim Final Rule to Implement Coronavirus Relief Funding

Read our recommendations for maximizing the impact of this funding.

Jul 16, 2021

The Infrastructure Bill Needs Internet Pricing Guardrails

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The Infrastructure Bill Needs Internet Pricing Guardrails

Read our recommendations for ensuring the infrastructure bill does not become a taxpayer giveaway to large ISPs.

Jul 14, 2021

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