Young Adults Need Targeted Support in Recovery Efforts
Recessions hit young adults hard. Overlooking their needs in federal stimulus efforts would be a costly mistake.
[ONLINE] – Can We Still Say the Human Race Has Never Had It This Good?
Join Future Tense online for an interactive conversation on if we can still say the human race has never had it so good.
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Groundswell: Bridging the Gaps
In this week's installment, New America Local spotlights nonprofit initiatives, community solidarity, and a makeshift COVID-19 hospital.
[ONLINE] – Free Speech Project: The New York Times Is Great, But Who’ll Cover Your Community?
Join Future Tense to discuss how we can revive local news during COVID-19.
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4/8 FCC Emergency Request For USF Support to Bridge Homework Gap
Americans Are Trying to Shelter in Place—But They May End Up Losing Their Homes
The pandemic is threatening housing for millions of Americans. Cities and states are leading the way in protecting them.
Congress Appropriated $300 Billion in Relief Payments to Individuals and Families — but Poor Delivery May Prevent Tens of Millions of Americans from Ever Accessing Them
We estimate that only half of eligible families will receive funds this month and 10 million more are unlikely to receive checks at all.
COVID and the Black Community: Supporting Black Businesses
New America Indianapolis and The Indianapolis Recorder discuss Black business and COVID-19 with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and leaders.
DOL issues new funding opportunity to support youth apprenticeship expansion
A new $42.5m grant initiative will support partnerships working to develop programs that serve more youth apprentices in more industries.
OTI Urges FCC to Authorize $2.2 Billion in Available E-Rate Funds to Connect Students Left Behind During COVID-19 Pandemic
OTI calls on the FCC to act now to help facilitate remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We’re on the Brink of Cyberpunk
It’s not just the technology, surveillance, and dystopian vibes—it’s the culmination of decades of deliberate governmental erosion.