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Pesante Haughton uses communications and storytelling to drive change in oppressive systems.

Fifty-seven years ago, the Voting Rights Act became law. Today we find our democracy regressed in a moment eerily similar to that turning point in 1965.

The Court and Congress should be accountable to the people, not corporations.

Hanks comes to Demos with a passion for the pursuit of equity and justice. 

Our nation’s leaders made Juneteenth a holiday—now it’s time they act on voting rights and economic justice for Black communities.

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.

Why the Senate should confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson without delay

We must not underestimate the progress and yet-untapped potential of this executive order.

Four executive and legislative actions President Biden should address in his speech

This urgent, defining moment in America calls for The Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act.

A conversation about what’s standing in the way of progress towards an inclusive democracy and a just economy.

It’s time for America to lead by example and take action to repair our broken system. There is much work to do around the world, but for this country, saving democracy must start at home. 

The Build Back Better Act would dramatically help working people and families. Now, the passage of this once-in-a-lifetime framework is in the hands of a few legislators who are beholden to corporations and the ultrarich.

President Biden's Executive Order on Promoting Access to Voting requires federal agencies to submit plans to the White House on how they can promote voter registration for eligible persons they serve.

Congress must act swiftly to advance this pro-democracy legislation. The Freedom To Vote Act is a significant structural voting rights reform package that advances racial equity and moves us toward an inclusive democracy.

A commitment to paying Black women what we’re worth isn’t just about money. It’s about making sure we—and our communities—have a seat at the table.

Congress must include small-donor matching in final For the People package

Congress must act swiftly to put transformative pro-democracy legislation at the top of the agenda.

Our new Economic Democracy agenda is about building economic power and liberation for Black and brown people in the United States.

I am elated to share this first note with you as president of Demos!