Issues
At New America, our work spans across five issue areas—each essential to building a nation and a world where everyone can thrive.
Education & Work
Public education is a pillar of American prosperity and civic life. We’re making education and work opportunities accessible to everyone.
From Momentum to Maturity
Community College Presidents and Trustees Invited to Complete National Survey on Economic Development
Democratic Futures
American democracy is in crisis. We’re developing new strategies and innovations to counter the threat of authoritarianism, restore civic trust, and realize the potential of American democracy.
Inside a Kentucky City’s Unusual Experiment in Citizen-Led Governance
Storytelling Transforms Communities in Pennsylvania
A Blueprint for Healthier Political Parties
Global Security
Today’s problems are global in scope and existential in nature. We’re reimagining global security to center people and the planet.
New NYT Opinion Piece Co-Authored by Amy J. Nelson, Lab Director and Senior Fellow
Planting Seeds to Grow Apprenticeship
Technology & Democracy
Technology shapes our democracy, our economy, and our daily lives. We’re working to harness it for the public good.
Kristian Stout and Michael Calabrese: The FCC Lets Satellite Innovation Breathe
Thriving Families
It takes strong infrastructure to support a thriving family. We’re working toward a world where families can thrive with the time and resources they need for a better life.
A Roadmap to Beating the Mental Load: Unpacking Emotional Labor with Leah Ruppanner
Virginia’s New Paid Leave Law Closes the Loop Between Implementation and Policy
