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Young adults of color wear "I voted" stickers
Demos and Boston University’s Center for Antiracist Research hosted a virtual convening to contribute to a growing movement that seeks to redefine who we think of as swing voters.
Blog
Christelle Prophete
Laura Williamson
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Empty voting booths at a polling location
Congress must act swiftly to put transformative pro-democracy legislation at the top of the agenda.
Blog
Adam Lioz
Laura Williamson

Why we need to prioritize passing H.R.1 along with H.R.4 and legislation granting statehood to Washington, D.C. (H.R.51) as the first items of business in the 117th Congress.

Testimony and Public Comment
K. Sabeel Rahman
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Capitol
Those who aim to obstruct the peaceful transition of power must be held accountable.
Press release/statement
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The Capitol Building
From the president of the United States downward, all involved — whether via their actions or their failure to act — must be held accountable.
Press release/statement
K. Sabeel Rahman

Presentation on the Impact of Select H.R.1 Policy Changes on Black and Brown Political Power

Testimony and Public Comment

Thought pieces from Black and brown Demos staff who have collaboratively reflected on the history of racism, the current state of our democracy, and envisioned the power of an inclusive democracy.

Policy Briefs
Shanaé Bass
Joshua Harmon
Amshula K. Jayaram
David Perrin
Christelle Prophete
Adrien Salazar
Lesley Williams

Executive actions the new administration can take to help ensure the integrity of our elections and strengthen opportunities for civic participation for Black and brown Americans.

Policy Briefs
American democracy wasn't functioning well for many Americans before this election. Sure, it's working well as it was designed by our all-white, all-male founding fathers — to protect white political power — but it's still failing Black and brown people.
In the media
Jeff Plungis
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Illustration of Different People of Color With Voting Stickers
Despite all the barriers, our communities showed up for democracy. Here is what must come next.
Blog
K. Sabeel Rahman