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Illustration of a robot-like machine with people with backpacks and books entering one end and people with graduation cap and gowns coming out of the other end, depicting an article cover. The title reads, "The AI College: How One For-Profit School Substituted Instructors With a Chatbot" by Jeremy Bauer-Wolf.
A digital poster with the logo of Inside Higher Ed. The text reads: "Research from New America Higher Education featured in Inside Higher Ed. Older Student Parents More Likely to Face Evictions." The background shows an out-of-focus setting with some people.
The image is a promotional graphic featuring a podium with the Department of State seal, placed in front of a U.S. flag. Above the podium, text reads "The Future of the Foreign Affairs Workforce: Rebuilding Public Service," with details of the virtual event set for July 14 from 12:00–1:00 PM ET.
An announcement titled 'Democrats Are Drafting ‘Project 2029’' by Notus. The feature highlights contributions from New Practice Lab's Executive Director Tara McGuinness and Senior Policy Advisor Alyson Silkowski on a new child care plan for the Project 2029 agenda. The background shows the U.S. Capitol building.
A group of people in formal attire are seated in an auditorium, focused on a presentation. The text below the image reads: "Leading on LEO Satellite Policy: U.S. Priorities for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference" by Michael Calabrese, Kristian Stout, Jessica Dine, and Gerald Adams
Satellites orbiting Earth against a starry backdrop. Text reads: "The Global Spectrum Fight That Could Define U.S. Satellite Leadership." Event date is June 30, virtual, from 2:00–3:00 PM ET.
Satellites orbiting Earth against a starry backdrop. Text reads: "The Global Spectrum Fight That Could Define U.S. Satellite Leadership." Event date is June 30, virtual, from 2:00–3:00 PM ET.
Quote discussing the negative impact of mass deportation on Spanish-speaking students. The text is presented on a teal background. Below the quote, there is a photo of Leslie Villegas, Senior Policy Analyst in Education Policy at New America.
Illustration depicting a person sitting on stacked books, using a laptop. Text bubbles highlight benefits of education: "36x more likely to earn an associate's degree or higher," "$38K more earnings on average per year," and "42% more likely to be employed." Image credit: Natalya Brill/New America.
A two-story brick house with a chimney is situated on a corner lot. The house is surrounded by a green lawn and a sidewalk. The sky is clear and blue. The image is part of a report titled "Preservation and Wealth-Building: Insights from Senior Homeowners in Chicago’s Englewood Neighborhood" by Vanessa Rangel, Sabiha Zainulbhai, Emma Fenstermaker, Meegan Dugan Adell, and Yuliya Panfil.
Aerial view of a residential area with multiple apartment buildings surrounded by greenery. The image is overlaid with text: "Where Is Multi-Family Housing Actually Allowed in America?" by Diana Drogaris and Matthew Harris.
A quote card featuring a statement by Madalene Xuan-Trang Mielke from the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies. It reads: "Sometimes technology develops a lot faster than public policy. Public policy leaders have an opportunity to set the guidelines and guardrails." Decorative lines and the label for "The Thread" are included.
The image is a promotional graphic for a virtual event featuring the book "A Second Sight" by Sarah J. Jackson. The book cover shows the title with an eye illustration. Next to the book is a photo of the author. Text at the bottom reads "A Second Sight" with the event date and time, June 17 at 12:00 PM ET.
The image is an announcement for the 2026 Emmy Winner, JoeBill Muñoz. It features a poster for "The Strike" with a city skyline and clouds, and a small portrait of a person. Text states: "New America Fellow JoeBill Muñoz (2024) won an Emmy in the Outstanding Crime & Justice Documentary category.
The image is a promotional graphic for "EDRN 2026-2028 Cohort" by New America. It highlights their initiative to reduce evictions through data‑driven policies and programs. Below the text, there are three photos showing urban landscapes: a city skyline, a suburban neighborhood, and the construction of a high‑rise building.
Cover of a report titled "Flexibility, Access, Compassion: What Families’ Experiences with Support Services Teach Us" by Jessica Weeden and Jacklynn Pham. The image shows three smiling people, one lifting a child in a tree-lined park.
The image is a cover of an article from "The Rooftop," featuring a cityscape of Cincinnati, Ohio with the Roebling Suspension Bridge in the foreground. The title reads, "Rehab, Cincy, Rehab: Unlocking Small-Dollar Homes Ahead of Climate Migration" by Tim Robustelli.
A promotional flyer featuring the book "1873: The Rothschilds, the First Great Depression, and the Making of the Modern World" by Liaquat Ahamed. The cover displays the book title and author's name. The flyer includes event details: June 5 at 12:00 PM ET, Hybrid.
A map showing the United States serves as the background for a digital poster. It features "The New York Times" logo and a podcast label. The headline reads, "How to End the Gerrymandering Doom Loop Forever." Below, it mentions New America Senior Fellow Lee Drutman discussing proportional representation on the Ezra Klein show.
Poster for an event featuring the book "Unreasonable Women" by Justine van der Leun, showcasing three stories of violence, imprisonment, and survival. The cover displays images of flowers. Event details: May 27 at 12:00 PM ET, virtual.
Cover of a publication titled "Getting the Golden Ticket": Participants’ Perspectives on Lexington’s First Assembly by Hollie Russon Gilman and Sarah Jacob. The image shows three individuals sitting, in discussion within a room.
A group of individuals wearing purple shirts gather together outdoors. The shirts feature the phrase "Working Families Party." They are standing in front of a building with an ornate door. The text on the image reads "A Model for Associational Party Building" by Tabatha Abu El-Haj.
A person holding a smartphone, with the screen showing a blurred image in the background. Below is a text block titled "Four Ways to Protect Yourself from the Deepfakes Taking over the Internet" by Jessica Dine. The bottom left features a logo.
Cover of an article titled "In a Well-Being Economy, Time Isn’t Money—It’s Care" by Anna Mercury. The background shows a snow-covered stadium with international flags. A snow-dusted clock is in the foreground.
Cover image for a report titled "The Subprime PLUS Loan Crisis: How Universities Steer Low-Income Families Into Unaffordable Debt" by Stephen Burd. The design features a car dashboard with images of a graduation cap and university buildings. Overlays read "Parent PLUS Loans" and "low-income families".
Cover image of a report titled "Insights from Building Owners in Chicago’s Pilsen Neighborhood." The image features a brick building with arched windows and a central doorway. Authors listed are Vanessa Rangel, Sabiha Zainulbhai, Emma Fenstermaker, Meegan Dugan Adell, and Yuliya Panfil.
The image shows a landscaped garden with colorful flowers in the foreground and the Virginia State Capitol building in the background. The text on the image reads "Virginia’s New Paid Leave Law Closes the Loop Between Implementation and Policy" by Diana Boesch and Vicki Shabo.
A person sits at a desk working on a computer, holding a toddler. Another child stands behind them, balancing on the same seat. The text on the image says, "A Roadmap to Beating the Mental Load: Unpacking Emotional Labor with Leah Ruppanner" by Haley Swenson and Leah Ruppanner.
Press release announcing the celebration of the 2026 Pulitzer Prizes. The image features book covers. One book is titled "There Is No Place For Us" by 2021 New America Fellow Brian Goldstone. The other is "Mother Emanuel" by 2019 New America Fellow Kevin Sack.
The image is an event schedule for "This week at New America." It lists three virtual events: "Book Talk: From Life Itself" on May 4 from 2 PM to 3 PM EDT, "Why Relationships Matter for Youth Apprenticeship" on May 5 from 1 PM to 2 PM EDT, and "Private 5G Networks at Risk" on May 6 from 2 PM to 3 PM EDT.
This image features a digital graphic resembling a New York Times article. The headline reads, "A Journalist Covered a Missile Strike. Then the Death Threats Started." Below, Amy J. Nelson is identified as the Director of Future Security Scenarios Lab, in collaboration with Sean Anthony Guillory of Betting Intelligence. The background includes stock market graphs. At the top, "New America in the News" is displayed.
A promotional image for "The Rooftop" celebrating one year. Text reads: "Our contributor-led platform has shared innovative ideas to solve our housing crisis, from over 40 experts around the world." Background shows houses under construction.
Announcement graphic with a teal background. The text reads, "New America and Work Shift will be launching a Future of Work Reporting Fellowship." Logos for New America and Work Shift are at the bottom.
Announcement flyer for New America stating: "New America Announces Leadership Transition." The background is white with a subtle wavy line pattern at the bottom.
A person speaks at a podium with the American flag in the background. A large screen displays "Winning the AI Race". The bottom section has text: "The Thread - To Win the AI Race, America Must Close the Digital Divide" by Chhaya Kapadia.
The image features a book cover titled "University: A Reckoning" by Lee C. Bollinger. The event, "The Fifth Pillar: Where Higher Ed Goes from Here," is scheduled for April 21 at 3:30 PM EDT and will be hybrid.
The image is a promotional graphic for the "Future of Work Reporting Fellowship" taking place on April 23. It features an arrangement of electronic components, a circuit board, and US currency on an American flag background. The event is virtual, scheduled from 12:00 to 1:00 PM EDT.
A person sitting and smiling slightly. Text on the image announces that JoeBill Muñoz's "The Strike" has received a Peabody nomination and three Emmy nominations. The title "2024 New America Fellow" is also mentioned.
Research from the Better Life Lab at New America was featured in New York Times's The UpShot. The article is entitled "Why Does Child Care Seem Less Affordable Than Ever?" The New York Times logo is visible at the top, along with labels for "New America in the News." The background shows blurred children's toys on a colorful rug.
The image is an announcement featuring a quote about smart policy design, emphasizing listening to people and gathering data for program delivery for New Yorkers. Below the quote is a photo of a person identified as Tara Dawson McGuinness, Executive Director of New America's New Practice Lab.
A large banner displayed on a building features portraits of historical figures with the text "USDA Celebrates 250 Years of Freedom." An American flag is centered on the banner. Below, a headline reads, "America Turns 250, and Confidence in Democracy Is Shaky" by Theodore Johnson and M.J. Rymsza-Pawlowska.
Cover image of a report titled "Insights from Building Owners in Chicago’s Pilsen Neighborhood." The image features a brick building with arched windows and a central doorway. Authors listed are Vanessa Rangel, Sabiha Zainulbhai, Emma Fenstermaker, Meegan Dugan Adell, and Yuliya Panfil.