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Investing in Civic Education to Safeguard Our Democracy
Itai Dinour
Most Americans support funding civic education, yet 44% of school districts have reduced social studies time in elementary schools.
Let Us Move at the Speed of Trust
Jenn Hoos Rothberg
Small moments of connection build trust, which is essential for healthy relationships and collaborative problem-solving.
All the Lonely People: Why Americans’ Isolation Is a Threat to Our Democracy
Jonathan Gruber
In addition to toxic polarization, political violence, and divisive social media, loneliness is a lesser-known factor that subverts democracy.
Every City in America Needs Its Own Porchfest
Black Rock Porchfest draws crowds swaying to electrifying music each August, but it's more than a festival — it fosters…
A Summer Reading List on Belonging
Jenn Hoos Rothberg
A collection of books curated by Jenn that will hopefully bring you joy, awe, ingenuity, provocation, and “aha!” moments as…
The Path to Regulation and Calming Runs Through Relationships
Ira Hillman
Amid conflict and distraction, human connection is the biological foundation for our capacity to bridge and heal.
The Challenge of Caring for Others Across Difference
Jonathan Gruber
A Data-driven Look at the State of Caring in America
Our Shared Humanity: What Is It and How Can We See It?
Jonathan Gruber
There are varied conceptions of shared humanity, yet research offers clear guidance on how we can better appreciate it.
Healing the Trauma of Premature Birth
Ira Hillman
Research shows dramatic improvement in preterm babies and their mothers who engage in emotional expression.
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