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Americans Are Tired of Political Parties. This Approach Offers Hope.
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The Meaning of 鈥淓ndless War鈥
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Investigating the Surveillance State
The Chinese Communist Party鈥檚 surveillance regime has one of the largest spy networks, utilizing technology and neighbors as informants.
A Citizen’s Guide to the Future
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Centering Communities of Color for Better Policymaking
麻豆果冻传媒 Chicago and The Chicago Community Trust partnership is learning from local communities to fight the growing racial wealth gap.
Changing the Face of National Security
Meet the organization working to pave the way for more women of color to be critical voices and leaders in the fields of peace and security.
Cybersecurity Clinics Create Online Defense for the Public Good
With a looming threat, university-based cybersecurity clinics can play a critical role in protecting the most vulnerable.
Engaging Non-English Speakers for a More Equitable Democracy
U.S. democracy fails on its promise to provide equal representation, but electoral reforms are taking shape to create real change.
Moving Beyond GDP to Measure Well-Being
The United States still largely relies on economic measures as national well-being indicators, but there are more meaningful metrics.