Juneteenth Reflects the Many Ways Justice Is Systemically Delayed for Black Americans ArticleJun 16, 2022 Juneteenth Reflects the Many Ways Justice Is Systemically Delayed for Black Americans It is critical for Congress to pass legislation that advances racial equity and justice for Black Americans. Jun 16, 2022 Nicole Lee Ndumele, Justin Dorazio
Frequently Asked Questions About Community-Based Violence Intervention Programs ReportJun 3, 2022 Frequently Asked Questions About Community-Based Violence Intervention Programs Community-based violence intervention programs have proved to reduce homicides and shootings. Jun 3, 2022 CAP Criminal Justice Reform team, CAP Gun Violence Prevention team
The Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety Is a Foundation to Build Upon ArticleJun 1, 2022 The Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety Is a Foundation to Build Upon Two years after the murder of George Floyd, the Biden administration released a police reform executive order containing policies that states and cities should build upon. Jun 1, 2022 Rachael Eisenberg, Nicole Lee Ndumele, Kate Kahan, 1 More Udi Ofer
In the Aftermath of the White Supremacist Buffalo Terror Attack, These Policies Could Help Prevent Future Hate-Fueled Crimes ArticleMay 16, 2022 In the Aftermath of the White Supremacist Buffalo Terror Attack, These Policies Could Help Prevent Future Hate-Fueled Crimes It is vital that policymakers take immediate action to address the scourge of guns and hate. May 16, 2022 Nicole Lee Ndumele, Eugenio Weigend Vargas
Black Men and the U.S. Economy: How the Economic Recovery Is Perpetuating Systemic Racism ReportMar 28, 2022 Black Men and the U.S. Economy: How the Economic Recovery Is Perpetuating Systemic Racism While the U.S. economy is recovering for many Americans, Black men continue to experience persistent unemployment gaps and reduced economic opportunity. Mar 28, 2022 Lorena Roque, Rose Khattar, Arohi Pathak
5 Facts About Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson ArticleMar 23, 2022 5 Facts About Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s exemplary background reflects the Biden administration’s commitment to nominating exceptional judges at every level. Mar 23, 2022 Stephanie Wylie, Genna Cifelli
Black Women Need Access to Paid Family and Medical Leave ArticleMar 4, 2022 Black Women Need Access to Paid Family and Medical Leave Black women are staying in the workforce, but their need for paid leave continues to go unmet. Mar 4, 2022 Jessica Milli, Jocelyn Frye, Maggie Jo Buchanan
The United States Must Support HBCUs and Opportunity for Black College Students ArticleMar 2, 2022 The United States Must Support HBCUs and Opportunity for Black College Students The recent rash of bomb threats against historically Black colleges and universities is just one of the numerous signs that America is at risk of winding the clock backward when it comes to opportunities for Black students in higher education. Mar 2, 2022 Jared C. Bass, Marcella Bombardieri
How To Make Policies Work for Black Women With Disabilities ArticleFeb 15, 2022 How To Make Policies Work for Black Women With Disabilities To create more equitable systems, policymakers must take an intersectional approach that includes Black women and girls with disabilities. Feb 15, 2022 Megan Buckles
Ensuring Equal Pay for Black Women is Not Just About Work—It’s Also About Family ArticleAug 3, 2021 Ensuring Equal Pay for Black Women is Not Just About Work—It’s Also About Family Policy solutions that address Black women’s work, family, and caregiving needs are essential to creating equitable workplaces that pay fair wages. Aug 3, 2021 Jocelyn Frye
Summary of Proposals and Policy Actions To Reduce the Black-White Wealth Gap Fact SheetJul 28, 2021 Summary of Proposals and Policy Actions To Reduce the Black-White Wealth Gap The Biden administration has started to implement policies to make it easier for Black households to build wealth at the same rate as white households; additional steps are both possible and necessary. Jul 28, 2021 Christian E. Weller, Richard Figueroa
Black LGBTQ Individuals Experience Heightened Levels of Discrimination ArticleJul 13, 2021 Black LGBTQ Individuals Experience Heightened Levels of Discrimination The compounding effects of discrimination for Black LGBTQ Americans are evident in the workplace, health care systems, and police interactions, leading to gaps in economic advancement and mental and physical health outcomes. Jul 13, 2021 Lindsay Mahowald
A Criminal Record Shouldn’t Be a Life Sentence to Poverty ReportMay 28, 2021 A Criminal Record Shouldn’t Be a Life Sentence to Poverty Bipartisan momentum for clean slate and fair chance licensing policies—which remove barriers to economic opportunity for people facing the stigma of a criminal record—has grown significantly in the states in recent years. May 28, 2021 Rebecca Vallas, Sharon Dietrich, Beth Avery
Advancing Gender Equity for Justice-Impacted Women in the Aftermath of COVID-19 ReportMar 29, 2021 Advancing Gender Equity for Justice-Impacted Women in the Aftermath of COVID-19 Justice reform measures can help ensure that women with a criminal record are given a fair chance at quality job opportunities, and these reforms are needed now more than ever in light of the pandemic’s devastating impact on women. Mar 29, 2021 Akua Amaning
Building on the ACA: Administrative Actions to Improve Maternal Health ReportMar 25, 2021 Building on the ACA: Administrative Actions to Improve Maternal Health The United States’ maternal health crisis demands federal and state action to improve coverage, the delivery of care, and pregnancy outcomes. The cost of inaction will almost certainly be dire. Mar 25, 2021 Jamille Fields Allsbrook, Osub Ahmed
5 Discussions That Shaped the Justice Reform Movement in 2020 ArticleMar 18, 2021 5 Discussions That Shaped the Justice Reform Movement in 2020 While more must be done to shrink the footprint of the U.S. criminal justice system, the national dialogue around reform during summer 2020 has inspired transformative ideas and tangible policies that can be built on moving forward. Mar 18, 2021 Kenny Lo, Sarah Figgatt, Betsy Pearl, 1 More Chelsea Parsons
Understanding the Policing of Black, Disabled Bodies ArticleFeb 10, 2021 Understanding the Policing of Black, Disabled Bodies Current data collection on state violence does not paint a picture that is inclusive of victims with disabilities. Feb 10, 2021 Vilissa Thompson
Public Work Provides Economic Security for Black Families and Communities ReportOct 23, 2020 Public Work Provides Economic Security for Black Families and Communities Public sector jobs have long provided economic security for Black families and communities and reduced the racial wealth gap, but current policy failures threaten that legacy. Oct 23, 2020 Michael Madowitz, Anne Price, Christian E. Weller
4 Actions Colleges Can Take To Address Police Brutality ArticleJul 15, 2020 4 Actions Colleges Can Take To Address Police Brutality Postsecondary institutions must take immediate action to help address the issue of police brutality. Jul 15, 2020 Viviann Anguiano
Let Black Soldiers Know The Military ‘Gets It’: Rename Bases Named After Confederate Generals In the NewsJun 11, 2020 Let Black Soldiers Know The Military ‘Gets It’: Rename Bases Named After Confederate Generals As protesters and lawmakers act to remove Confederate monuments and statues from public spaces across the country, Frank Kendall argues that it is also time for the military to rename U.S. bases named for Confederate generals as a necessary first step toward addressing systemic racism. Jun 11, 2020 Forbes Frank Kendall
On the Persistence of the Black-White Unemployment Gap ReportFeb 24, 2020 On the Persistence of the Black-White Unemployment Gap The United States needs policies that challenge structural racism in order to close the persistent unemployment gap between African Americans and whites. Feb 24, 2020 Olugbenga Ajilore
The Continued Student Loan Crisis for Black Borrowers ReportDec 2, 2019 The Continued Student Loan Crisis for Black Borrowers New federal data shows high default rates for newer borrowers despite increased use of income-driven repayment plans. Dec 2, 2019 Ben Miller
Women of Color: A Collective Powerhouse in the U.S. Electorate ReportNov 19, 2019 Women of Color: A Collective Powerhouse in the U.S. Electorate Women of color—a diverse and increasingly active voting bloc—are a growing force in American politics. Nov 19, 2019 Danyelle Solomon, Connor Maxwell
5 Reasons to Support Affirmative Action in College Admissions ArticleOct 1, 2019 5 Reasons to Support Affirmative Action in College Admissions Race-conscious admissions practices remain necessary in the fight for racial equity in higher education. Oct 1, 2019 Connor Maxwell, Sara Garcia
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.
Advancing Racial Equity and Justice Advancing Racial Equity and Justice We apply a racial equity lens in developing and advancing policies that aim to root out entrenched systemic racism to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive.