Read the latest news, commentary, and analysis from the Ash Center.
Commentary
In this opinion piece, Audrey Feldman, Todd Rogers and Ben Valenta — participants in the Sports, Democracy and Civic Health project — describe their findings showing that shared fandom can soften partisan animosity and make political opponents more willing to connect.
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Q+A
Q+A
Ash Center Technology and Democracy Fellow Soloman Kahn discusses data, transparency, and solving our democratic deficit.
Feature
Shaping a New Field of Scholars
Communique Magazine
In this issue, we showcase the China Philanthropy Project, a new research initiative surveying China’s philanthropic landscape. We also profile Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Priscilla Lee and describe her work empowering immigrants and other groups through education and advocacy.
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Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Priscilla Lee
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Jayant Kairam MPP 2010 is working across sectors to combat climate change and strengthen communities
Media Release
Communique Magazine
In this issue, we showcase the Innovation Field Lab, a new experiential learning course offered at the Harvard Kennedy School that is bringing data innovations to local Massachusetts communities. We also profile Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Georgia Hollister Isman and her advocacy work in state and local politics.
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