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New America Announces Fellows’ Class of 2026
Out of nearly 400 applications this year, 10 individuals were selected for New America’s Class of 2026 Fellows.
New America Fellows Press Release
A Labor Day Look at Trump’s Harm to U.S. Workers
Center on Education & Labor Article In The Thread
Impact of the Big Beautiful Bill Act on Students and Public Education
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Highlights
Our Story
Find out more about our distinctive community of thinkers, writers, researchers, technologists, and community activists.
Jobs & Fellowships
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Podcasts
New America's slate of podcasts focuses on telling stories about realizing America's promise of equity and opportunity.
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Upcoming Events
Sep. 15th, 2025
NSF Engines: A 21st-Century Approach to Drive U.S. Competitiveness and Economic Renewal Through Emerging Tech Leadership
Join New America’s Future of Work & Innovation Economy initiative for a deep-dive exploration into NSF Engines promise and potential.
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Sep. 17th, 2025
Without Fear: Black Women and the Making of Human Rights
Join author and New America Fellow Keisha N. Blain for a discussion of their book exploring Black women's commitment to human rights.
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Sep. 18th, 2025
Boosting LEO Satellite Capacity: Is the FCC’s Launch on Target?
Hear from leading satellite operators and experts on the “satellite spectrum abundance” proceedings.
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Recent Publications
Sep. 15th, 2025
Early Math Intervention Builds Momentum in 2025
Better math proficiency early in a student’s education often means better reading and math skills later on.
By:
Charlotte Chung
Education Policy Blog Post
Sep. 15th, 2025
A State-by-State Summary of Prospective Payments Implementation Approaches
The New Practice Lab offers resources for states implementing new federal requirements changing how they pay child care providers.
New Practice Lab Blog Post
Sep. 15th, 2025
In “Mom’s Hierarchy of Needs,” Health and Happiness Mean Energy, Not Time Management
Moms in the United States are struggling. Leslie Forde says they have to start doing less.
By:
Haley Swenson
Better Life Lab Blog Post
Sep. 12th, 2025
"Mapping Militia Networks" with New America
Candace Rondeaux and Ben Dalton featured on the Stage Talks with Bellingcat to discuss OSINT strategies in investigating the Wagner Group.
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Candace Rondeaux
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Ben Dalton
Future Frontlines In The News Piece
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