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So the next time Democrats complain about lower voter turnout, not just in 53206, but in any beleaguered neighborhood, they might think first about the policies, both old and new, that have served and continue to serve as stumbling blocks for black political participation.
In the media
Caleb Gayle
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An analysis of the House's recently introduced College Affordability Act.
Blog
Mark Huelsman

How Albuquerque Campaign Donors Do Not Reflect the City’s Diverse Population and Needs

Research
Laura Friedenbach
Isaac J. de Luna Navarro
Judge Burroughs and the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts rule in favor of race-conscious college admissions practices that benefit all students, including Asian Americans the majority of whom support race-conscious admissions.
Press release/statement

Florida’s returning citizen leaders filed the brief to ensure full protection of Amendment 4 in their continued efforts to engage, empower and protect returning citizens and their right to vote. 

Litigation
Chiraag Bains
Naila Awan
Emerson Gordon-Marvin
Dante Trevisani
Daryl Atkinson
Whitley Carpenter
Leaders with Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, Dēmos, and Forward Justice continue their efforts to engage, empower and protect returning citizens and their right to vote.
Press release/statement

Why amended versions of Florida's English-language, Spanish-language, and online voter registration forms are in clear violation of the Florida Administrative Procedure Act.

Testimony and Public Comment
Demos is dedicated to building a multi-racial, inclusive democracy. For 20 years, our research, advocacy, and litigation work has promoted and supported action and organizations to do just that.
Press release/statement

Harris County should place voting machines inside of the Harris County Jail and ensure jailed, eligible voters are not disenfranchised.

Testimony and Public Comment
Naila Awan
Danielle M. Lang
"We have depressed ourselves into a mindset in which $30,000 in debt is acceptable for a degree."
In the media
Rashaan Ayesh