Policy solutions to upend structural racism and create a more equitable society for all.

Re-imagining safety, belonging, and justice in the wake of anti-Asian violence

Since March of last year, there have been over 3,000 self-reported incidences of anti-Asian violence across the United States. Jennifer Lee and Tiffany Huang identify discernible patterns and discuss ways to mitigate anti-Asian violence.

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The case for a civil rights exception to the filibuster

In order to establish important protections around issues like voting rights and police accountability, the Senate should allow a civil rights exception to the filibuster, argues Rashawn Ray. 

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6 policies to boost employment for Black men

From providing high-quality early work experiences to reducing racial segregation in neighborhoods and schools, Harry Holzer identifies effective ways to boost employment for Black men.

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Quote of the Week

"Today's largely Latino undocumented immigrants face far harsher consequences than white Europeans of years past for the same exact offense of unauthorized entry. A system that treats immigrants differently solely to their race is essentially the textbook definition of structural racism."

 

Charles Kamasaki, March 26, 2021

Watch: Examining and addressing COVID-19 racial disparities in Detroit

In Detroit, Black residents are 10 times as likely as white residents to have friends or family who died from the virus. Experts from the Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative at Brookings and New Detroit—A Social Justice Organization discuss the findings of their new report on the structural conditions contributing to the racial gap and identify policies to improve health outcomes in Detroit and across America. 

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