

The Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative (RPII) at Brookings aims to advance concrete policy solutions that combat systemic racism and build a more equitable society for all Americans, with a particular focus on poor, low-income and communities of color.
The Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative (RPII) at Brookings aims to advance concrete policy solutions that combat systemic racism and build a more equitable society for all Americans, with a particular focus on poor, low-income and communities of color. The initiative encompasses scholarship from Brookings Economic Studies, Governance Studies, and Brookings Metro.
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The challenge with…changing voting laws is we’ve had very close elections in the last three cycles, and so if you reduce the potential voters by 1 or 2% that could change the outcome of..."
Keon Gilbert was interviewed on WABE’s midday news program, “Closer Look,” about community policing and the effects of police reform on community cohesion, health, and trauma.
Richard Reeves was interviewed on CBS about how Trump connected with male voters this past presidential election and particularly white male voters.
There’s also real fear that companies will face a backlash from the federal government because we have many politicians who are railing against DEI.
The toll [mass deportations] would take on the economic and overall well-being [of Nevada] is hard to estimate, but it will undoubtedly lead to the need to invest resources.
Wynter’s comments speak to a growing social class divide between the have and have nots among Black Americans and are the types of comments that oftentimes occur behind closed doors..."
Carol Graham appeared on CNBC to explain why men, particularly aged 25-54, are slowly leaving the workforce.
“Some people believe that by attacking the authenticity of Vice President Harris’ Blackness, they can send a dog whistle that questions her Americanness and electability”
The Wellness in Black Life (#WIBL) project focuses on community-driven definitions of well-being, highlighting the vibrant experiences and contributions of Black men and boys in the U.S.
The How We Rise blog focuses on policy solutions to upend structural racism and create a more equitable society for all.
The People, Policy, and Police project sheds light on how policing influences public safety and community health. We highlight the work of various stakeholders in these cities and the police reform legislation needed to make effective and lasting policy changes.