In Focus

In America Today, Who Is “Us”?

Embracing a fuller understanding of “us” is not only a challenge but also an opportunity. And it is in our own best interest to do so. 

March 3, 2021
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The Next Move: How Business Can Close Racial Economic Gaps in 2021 (Part 2)

Part 2 of a series of responses about what organizational leaders can – and should – be doing to drive change from within to address racial wealth gaps.

February 25, 2021

What We’ve Learned From a Year Spent Fighting COVID-19

A public health expert takes a hard look at where we’ve failed and how we can do better next time.

February 10, 2021
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It’s time to finally drain the swamp, one company at a time

It’s time for corporate dollars to stop chasing political candidates.

February 4, 2021

Building an Inclusive Economy Through Community-Based Financial Institutions: A Conversation with Joyce Klein and Janie Barrera

The Aspen Institute and the Microfinance Impact Collaborative recently announced the creation of the Entrepreneur Backed Assets (EBA) Fund, which will strengthen the capacity of community-based financial institutions to lend to small businesses in low-income communities and those owned by people of color.

February 3, 2021
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Redesign Required: Four Ideas for Reimagining Federal Rural Policy in the COVID-19 Era

For more towns and communities across America to share in the benefits of recovery and take advantage of the opportunities offered by the modern economy to thrive, we must revamp federal rural policy.

February 2, 2021

President Biden’s Sweeping Climate Platform Signals New Era of Climate Action

We must commit to carrying this “Climate Day” past its moment in the news cycle and continue this work in and out of the spotlight.

February 1, 2021
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