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Democracy Deciphered Podcast Episode 10

1 week ago | newamerica.org | Shannon Lynch

Juneteenth is a day to commemorate the end of slavery in the US. What's the origin story behind the holiday? How has the media shaped Americans' understanding of Juneteenth? New America's Maika Moulite and Dr. Sandra Jowers-Barber from the University of the District of Columbia share their expertise. Note: The archival audio at the beginning of this episode can be found in Baylor University's oral history archive. Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Meet Me at the Library

1 week ago | newamerica.org | Hollie Gilman |Sarah Jacob

Libraries are more than just a place for knowledge sharing, they are vital community anchors. As central hubs for connection, education, and equity, libraries play an essential role in the civic fabric of American life. Their services reach people across all demographics, offering free access to knowledge, tools, and a safe public space.
Design Considerations: Mentoring in K-12 Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Programs

1 week ago | newamerica.org | Nicole Reddig |Amaya Garcia

Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs are an evidence-based workforce development strategy geared toward positively impacting worker effectiveness, preparedness, and retention through paid on-the-job learning. Since 2022, K–12 teacher RA programs have been established in 48 states and Washington, DC. Apprentices rely on teacher mentors to model best practices and help them develop the skills and competencies to be an effective teacher.
Dollars for Democracy: Financing Citizens’ Assemblies in North America

1 week ago | newamerica.org | Sarah Jacob |Hollie Gilman

In 2024, the United States spent nearly $16 billion on the 2024 election cycle. Yet, some of the most participatory forms of democracy—like citizens’ assemblies—struggle to get off the ground due to funding. Despite their demonstrated value, securing financial resources for them remains one of the biggest hurdles to implementation.
Ex-FCC Chair Ajit Pai Is Now a Wireless Lobbyist-and Enemy of Cable Companies

2 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Michael Calabrese

Michael Calabrese, director of New America's Wireless Future, is quoted in an Ars Technica article about how ex‑FCC Chair Ajit Pai’s shift into wireless lobbying has positioned him against cable industry priorities.
Cable Industry Pushes Congress to Protect Wi-Fi and Shared Spectrum

2 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Michael Calabrese

Michael Calabrese, director of New America's Wireless Future, was quoted in a Broadband Breakfast article about concerns regarding protecting WiFi access and shared spectrum. “A 800 megahertz mandate will pressure the FCC to consider reallocating unlicensed and shared spectrum vital to next generation Wi-Fi and to enterprise IoT, harming our economy that is increasingly dependent on wireless data indoors as an input for everything."
The Fiery Fall of the Wagner Group: An Excerpt from "Putin's Sledgehammer"

2 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Candace Rondeaux

In Putin’s Sledgehammer, New America Senior Director Candace Rondeaux traces the rise of the Wagner Group and its leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin. The below excerpt adapted from the new book previews how a criminal-turned-warlord helped Russia defy the international order to ramp up competition with the West—leading to his death, and leaving behind a legacy of chaos.
The Trump Administration Is Wielding Accreditation as Political Weapon Against Columbia University

3 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Jeremy Bauer-Wolf

President Donald Trump is trying to contort the college accreditation system into a political weapon, and is strong-arming Columbia University’s accreditor into punishing it, all part of his broader campaign to reshape higher education along ideological lines. Accreditors determine whether colleges meet standards of quality. Those that pass muster gain access to federal student aid like Pell Grants and loans, which most colleges need to remain solvent.
The Wakanda Rule: Refine What You Mine and Keep the Change

3 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Aryn Baker

At a Glance:A commitment to processing critical minerals domestically or regionally offers a way for African countries to develop and capture greater value while diversifying global supply chains. Mapping mineral deposits is a time-consuming and expensive but essential first step that requires building local knowledge in mapping, modeling, metallurgy, mining law, and supply chains.
Podcast: Solutions for the Growing Mental Load

4 weeks ago | newamerica.org | Haley Swenson

Have you been spending your nights awake, worrying about the economy and how your family will survive a recession? Did you take the afternoon off to find the right summer camp for your kids' particular needs, six months before school let out? Are you always the one remembering family members' birthdays and thinking of gifts they will enjoy?