57 years ago today, Americans came together for the #MarchOnWashington where they heard the moral urgency of Dr. King, John Lewis, and many other remarkable leaders. Today, we must hear their clarion call—and act to drive change toward justice. #MarchOnWashington2020
100 years ago today, the U.S. ratified the #19thAmendment granting women the right to vote—a watershed moment in the uneven history of our democracy. In this election year, let's recommit to protecting and expanding this fundamental act of citizenship. https://t.co/qU8bPYoK73
The @AspenInstitute is committed to helping to build a free, just, and equitable society. Now more than ever, this calling requires us to focus on sustainable solutions to structural racism, police violence, and inequitable economic, health care, and education systems. (1/8)
Inspired by Raj Chetty and his @NobelPrize-worthy work at @OppInsights to restore the American dream. "We are not trying to do something that is unimaginable or has never happened. It happens just down the road.” https://t.co/pqliCJXU6g
"Instead of racist ideas leading to racist policies, I found racist policies leading to racist ideas."
@DrIbram's research on racism led to a new way of thinking about the roots of racism. Read more: https://t.co/UkHkicewlY
Important piece by @mjcontrera of the @washingtonpost, detailing the story of a hate crime at a high school in Howard County, MD, known for "its ethnic diversity, interracial marriages, interfaith centers and high-achieving schools." Yet, racism persists.
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Evocative commentary by @nytimes discussing the inspiring life journey of @FordFoundation President @darrenwalker and how he is altering the future of philanthropy by addressing the systemic nature of its history.
"Correctional education is the rare combination of a social good that has practical returns...Colleges and universities can and should...expand access to quality postsecondary education for incarcerated individuals." @ACEducation President Ted Mitchell https://t.co/z3GxgDIVVg
“Why should they be able to call themselves pro-life, when we are the ones providing life-saving care everyday?” Dr. Leana Wen, President of Planned Parenthood in conversation at Aspen Ideas Health
This June, the @AspenIdeas Festival will explore division and renewal in America, the future of conservatism, the next world order, solutions for climate change, innovation in design, and more.
Learn about this year's speakers: https://t.co/cWbNO3RY6Q #AspenIdeas