Cody
Hankerson
Associate Director, Energy and Environment Campaigns
Rural America
Rural communities face a broad range of challenges in the 21st century, from demographic change to access to essential services to economic hardship. The Center for American Progress’ growing research on rural America aims to build inclusive rural narratives and develop equitable, progressive solutions.
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Gun Violence in Rural America
Fact Sheet
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Gun Violence in Rural America
While politicians and the media have largely focused their attention on gun violence in large cities, rural communities continue to see a rise in gun-related deaths.
How States Can Expand Health Care Access in Rural Communities
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How States Can Expand Health Care Access in Rural Communities
States have several tools available to help relieve rural care shortages and increase health care provider supply during the pandemic and beyond.
Build Back Rural: New Investments in Rural Capacity, People, and Innovation
Article
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Build Back Rural: New Investments in Rural Capacity, People, and Innovation
A net-zero and equitable economy requires the participation and leadership of rural communities, enabled by foundational rural investments in the Build Back Better Act.
Rural Broadband Investments Promote an Inclusive Economy
Article
![Wheat grows in a field next to utility poles along a road in Maxatawny Township, Pennsylvania, June 2021. (Getty/Ben Hasty/MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle)]()
Rural Broadband Investments Promote an Inclusive Economy
For those in rural communities, especially low-income people and people of color, access to necessary high-quality internet will remain out of reach without government investment.
The Role of Rural Communities of Color in the 2020 Election
Report
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The Role of Rural Communities of Color in the 2020 Election
The diversity and complexity of rural voters were on display in the 2020 election, particularly in states such as Georgia and Arizona.
With a Focus on Equity, Geography No Longer Has To Be Destiny
Article
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With a Focus on Equity, Geography No Longer Has To Be Destiny
With the rural-urban divide in the headlines, it is time to address long-standing inequities by building a more comprehensive equity analysis.
Repealing the ACA Would Devastate an Already Struggling Rural America
Article
![Two medical workers at a small rural hospital in Kiowa County, Colorado, wear personal protective equipment on May 14, 2020, in Eads, Colorado. (Getty/RJ Sangosti/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post)]()
Repealing the ACA Would Devastate an Already Struggling Rural America
The pandemic has ravaged many rural communities, and the repeal of the Affordable Care Act would only further these harms.
Rural America Has Been Forgotten During the Coronavirus Crisis
Report
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Rural America Has Been Forgotten During the Coronavirus Crisis
The recent spikes in COVID-19 cases in rural America should spur policymakers to provide much-needed relief.
10 Ways the Trump Administration Has Failed Rural America (and 10 Ways To Overcome It)
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10 Ways the Trump Administration Has Failed Rural America (and 10 Ways To Overcome It)
After four years under siege, rural America deserves equitable investment and a meaningful partnership with Washington.
The Path to Rural Resilience in America
Report
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The Path to Rural Resilience in America
The United States must rethink how it invests in rural communities.
Congress Must Help Rural America Respond to the Coronavirus
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Congress Must Help Rural America Respond to the Coronavirus
Without clear, consistent action from policymakers, people and businesses will not have enough confidence to return to their jobs and daily activities in the wake of COVID-19.
Among Forests and Bayous, a Fledgling College and Fragile Dreams
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Among Forests and Bayous, a Fledgling College and Fragile Dreams
The story of central Louisiana’s new community college holds lessons on improving opportunity in rural America—lessons that should help guide leaders responding to the economic toll of the coronavirus pandemic.