Politics
April 23, 2009 -
Today, there is an important national debate underway about the South. Political strategists, grassroots organizers, funders and others concerned about social justice are grappling with critical questions: What are prospects for change in the South?
April 22, 2009 -
With the 2010 Census count looming, states are launching their efforts to make sure everyone gets counted in the decennial survey of the U.S. population. But with threadbare budgets and fast-changing demographics, many states face huge obstacles to making the Census successful.
April 21, 2009 -
By Marcelo Ballvé, New America Media
April 21, 2009 -
Voting rights advocates were shocked after a Republican-dominated committee in the Florida House passed sweeping new election rules after allowing only six minutes of debate last Friday.
April 16, 2009 -
By Caroline Fan, Progressive States Network
April 15, 2009 -
By Cristina Fernández Pereda, New America Media