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The current economic system has concentrated power in the hands of the few and created record inequality for Black and brown communities. A new paradigm must be created.
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This case study series shows what building economic power and liberation for Black and brown people looks like in practice. We highlight the actions and testimonies of movement organizers, community members, and power-building organizations in New York City, Texas, and Pittsburgh.
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Policy Briefs

Economic Democracy Explained: Reimagining Public Goods

Why it is so important we expand our definition of public goods and protect them from profit-seeking private hands
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Amid Funding Crisis White House Requests 16B For Childcare

Spending on our collective well-being helps people keep a roof over their heads, feed their families, and help grow our overall economy.
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Daniella Zessoules
Candace Bond Theriault

Meet Candace Bond-Theriault, Associate Director of Movement Building

Bond-Theriault works through a Black, queer feminist lens to drive change and build power. 
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Laying the Foundation for a 22nd-Century Democracy

The inspiring leaders of our 22nd Century Conference panel left me with three big takeaways about the future of our nation. 
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Lebaron Sims
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