By Hope Wollensack and Amit Khanduri Every November, nearly two-thirds of eligible voters participate in consequential local, state, and federal elections that determine the future of our democracy. Each vote,
Acknowledgements Completing this report would not have been possible without the contributions, support and expertise of many individuals and organizations. Our sincere thanks go to John Simpkins, MDC President and
This call to action presents a foundational set of recommendations grounded in our shared commitment to equity, inclusiveness, and the opportunity for all Southerners to thrive. While this is a
By MDC’s Educational Equity Team During the COVID-19 pandemic, when schools, workplaces, and restaurants shut down, the Care Economy[i] quickly became one of the most salient issues in American life.
By Peter Hille It’s time to embrace a new approach to economic development grounded in the realities of the 21st century, not the economies of the past. We must look
As human beings, we all have inherent dignity. We are worthy of respect and value. This ideal is true regardless of background or circumstance. Our understanding of self-worth—of dignity—is highly
This story was originally published in Carolina Public Press on August 13, 2023. Carolina Public Press is an independent, in-depth and investigative nonprofit news service for North Carolina. by Grace
By Jenny Fine On the morning of July 6, 2022, I called my mother to check in. She stopped me mid-sentence with, “Jennifer, we have other things to talk about
By Craig Logan For as long as I can remember, home has been more than just a place; it’s been a shelter, a hangout spot for friends, or, as my
We make hundreds of decisions every day from the moment we wake up to the time we go to sleep. Some choices, like working or doing chores, feel less like
