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Angela Hanks has joined the Demos staff as Chief of Programs. Hanks comes to the organization with extensive experience working within the public and nonprofit sectors and a passion for the pursuit of racial equity.
Press release
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"The consequences of this decision—made by just 6 people on an increasingly illegitimate Supreme Court—will be devastating."
Press release
Taifa Smith Butler
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Taifa and Joshua at the Poor People's March
Our nation’s leaders made Juneteenth a holiday—now it’s time they act on voting rights and economic justice for Black communities.
Blog
Taifa Smith Butler
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The Inclusive Democracy Project (IDP) convening brought together a community of Demos’ partners and leaders in the movement to share space and connect with each other.
Blog
Taifa Smith Butler
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New Economy Project and Public Bank NYC Rally Photo
At a time when unchecked corporate profiteering masquerades as inflation, a proposed NYC public bank would center the interests of, and fund projects for, Black and Brown communities.
Blog
Lebaron Sims
This case study highlights how New Economy Project and the Public Bank NYC coalition are pressing for the creation of a public bank for New York City, as part of a broader vision for economic and racial justice.
Research
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“By shifting the focus of finance from private profits to the public welfare, public banks can begin to repair harms caused by longstanding discriminatory practices against Black and brown people.”
Press release
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8 Years after Flint and more recently in Pittsburgh, we’re reminded of the dangers of water privatization and why we need to keep water as a public good.
Blog
Daniella Zessoules
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Demos President Taifa Butler explains what true democracy looks like, and why what we have right now just ain’t it.
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"Demos celebrates this moment and remains committed to continued work toward a Court that aligns with the ongoing project of building a multiracial, inclusive democracy."
Press release
Taifa Smith Butler