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"Any action, plan, or agenda not rooted in equity to address the student loan debt crisis undermines America’s legitimacy in being a world leader that truly cares about the future of its people."
Press release
Taifa Smith Butler
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Our work doesn't end when Black History Month does.
Blog
Taifa Smith Butler
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Black Family Around the Table Paying Bills
President Joe Biden needs to do more to meet the needs of people of color.
In the media
Allison R. Donahue
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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.
In the media
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If we are to make any progress toward a just, inclusive, multiracial economy and democracy, we must shift power toward Black women.
In the media
Taifa Smith Butler
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Railroad workers
In the media
Jeff Stein
Tyler Prager
Lauren Kaori Gurley
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Angela joins Moms Rising CEO Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner to talk worker power and a new generation of unions, and why a multiracial democracy is essential for a thriving economy.
In the media
Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner
The Economic Democracy Project aims to highlight and develop strategies that Black and brown communities can use to build economic and political power—beginning with four case studies spotlighting community campaigns across the U.S.
Research
This case study follows the Texas Organizing Project as it worked to build power and equity for working-class Black & Latino communities in greater Houston after Hurricane Harvey—ultimately implementing a winning 3-part inside-outside strategy. 
Research
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Taifa Smith Butler and Heather McGhee on A Woman's Worth Banner
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.
Blog
Taifa Smith Butler