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Cities on a Hill
In a new Boston Review forum, Quinton Mayne moderates a discussion on whether the newfound confidence of American cities as engines of progressive governance may in fact be misplaced.
Politics, Populism, and Democracy
Tune in as Archon Fung, Marshall Ganz, and Pippa Norris discuss what's next in the US and around the world.
This Week in Dystopia
Tune into the latest episode of This Week in Dystopia, a podcast sponsored by the Ash Center about the promise and perils of democracy.
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Deep Roots: How Slavery Still Shapes Southern Politics
Maya Sen, Ash Center faculty, discusses her new book about the lasting effects of slavery on contemporary political attitudes in the American South.
Young Americans & Increasing Voter Participation
Roy & Lila Ash Fellow Ashley Spillane is passionate about fostering youth advocacy and engaging the American electorate.
Analytics in City Government
A new report details how the Civic Analytics Network cities are using data to support public safety, housing, public health, and transportation.
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Democratic Governance
Researches those practices that resolve urgent social problems in developed and developing societies.
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Innovations in Government
Recognizes and promotes creative and effective problem solving by governments and citizens.
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Promotes research and training on Asia to disseminate best practices and improve public policy.
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Creating a Social Impact Movement
May 31, 2018
Ash Center Lee Kuan Yew Fellow, a social innovation leader in Malaysia, will continue to address societal problems with people-first policies after graduation.