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A Year of War in Ukraine: Looking at the Future
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Digital Public Infrastructure in Ukraine: Harnessing Technology for the Public Good
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Reflections on 30 Years of the Family and Medical Leave Act
As the country celebrates the 30th anniversary of the FMLA, the need for a robust national paid leave program continues to grow.
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What鈥檚 next in a post-Roe America? With a collection of stories, we reflect on (almost) 50 years of the landmark Supreme Court decision.
Educating for Climate Action: A Look at Argentina and the U.S.
To address the climate crisis, schools & organizations are preparing younger generations for the sustainability challenges of the future.
The Roots of America鈥檚 Wealth Inequality in the Service Industry
Albert Samaha鈥檚 forthcoming Fellows project examines the root causes of wealth inequality through the experiences of service workers.