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Queer the Vote: Mobilizing the LGBTQ Community Ahead of the 2020 Elections

The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation hosted a conversation to discuss the priorities of LGBTQ voters and how they are being mobilized to get out and vote in November 2020.

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The Power of Grassroots Organizing on Pro-Voter Reform
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Policy Brief

The Power of Grassroots Organizing on Pro-Voter Reform

Tova Wang and Melina Geser-Stark argue that while grassroots advocacy has been pivotal in advancing voting rights, it remains overshadowed by the perception that voter reform is the domain of political elites — a view this paper challenges by examining how grassroots efforts mirror modern social movements and drive the push for a more inclusive democracy.

Descended from Immigrants and Revolutionists: “How Family History Shapes Immigration Policymaking”
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Descended from Immigrants and Revolutionists: “How Family History Shapes Immigration Policymaking”

The study examines the influence of family history on U.S. lawmakers’ views on immigration policy, finding that legislators with immigrant ancestry tend to support more permissive immigration laws and speak more positively about immigration. It examines personal background, including family history and identity, and how that plays a significant role in shaping policymaking.