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A rotating shortlist of the publications, newsletters, and podcasts our community trusts to make sense of the moment.
America at Crossroads | Podcast
Thought leaders come together for informative conversations about the world we live in.
Listen » America, America Newsletter | Steven Beschloss
Sending dispatches of alarm and hope, of dark and light. While addressing the dangers as vividly and directly as possible and ideas and the values that drive them.
Read » Ezra Klein Show | Podcast
A conversational podcast series focused on topics that revolve around current American politics.
Listen » Michael Moore Newsletter
Writer. Filmmaker. Podcaster. Eagle Scout. Citizen.
Read » Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security
Examining and highlighting the roles of women in forging peace and growing economies.
Learn More » YWCA | Organization
YWCA focuses our mission-driven work on these areas to improve the lives of girls and women.
Learn More » Institute for Women’s Policy Research | Organization
As a leading national think tank, we build evidence to shape policies that grow women’s power and influence, close inequality gaps, and improve the economic well-being of families.
Learn More » The Gray Area | Podcast
A philosophical take on culture, politics, and everything in between with host Sean Illing.
Listen » Moyers on Democracy Podcast | Bill Moyers
Conversations with writers, academics, activists and other big thinkers about the issues of vital concern to our democracy.
Listen » League of Women Voters | Organization
A nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy.
Learn More » Lucid Newsletter | Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Big-Picture Thinking about Threats to Democracy around the World by well known historian.
Read » Amicus with Dahlia Lithwick Podcast
A show about the law and the nine Supreme Court justices who interpret it for the rest of America.
Listen » The Weeds Podcast | Vox
Host Jonquilyn Hill and guests break down the policies that shape our lives, from abortion to financial regulations to affirmative action to housing.
Listen » The Brady Campaign | Organization
The Brady Campaign advocates for policy but also for the government to enforce various laws already on its books.
Learn More » Committee To Protect Journalists | Organization
We defend the right of journalists to report the news safely and without fear of reprisal.
Learn More » The Bulwark Podcast | Charlie Sykes
Charlie Sykes and guests discuss the latest news from inside Washington and around the world.
Listen » Hard Fork Podcast | New York Times
Each week, journalists Kevin Roose and Casey Newton explore and make sense of the latest in the rapidly changing world of tech.
Listen » Chop Wood, Carry Water Newsletter| Jessica Craven
A 5-day a week newsletter informing how to make a difference in democracy.
Read » Violence Policy Center | Organization
A nonprofit research and advocacy organization that’s been around since 1988. Their mission is to reduce and prevent gun violence in the US through research, analysis, and advocacy for stronger gun laws.
Learn More » The Problem With Jon Stewart Podcast
Nuanced discussions, updates on action items, and airing of grievances from writers over jokes that didn’t make the show.
Listen » Conversations with Bill Kristol Podcast
In-depth, thought provoking discussions with leading thinkers and figures in American public life.
Listen » Everytown | Organization
This organization focuses on reducing gun violence in America by advocating for policies like universal background checks and stricter regulations on the sale and ownership of firearms.
Learn More » Center for Reproductive Rights | Organization
An Organization of lawyers and advocates who ensure reproductive rights are protected in law as fundamental human rights for the dignity, equality, health, and well-being of every person.
Learn More » Why It Matters Podcast | Council on Foreign Relations
Why It Matters is explains some of the least-understood issues that are shaping our world.
Listen » National Constitution Center | Organization
Bringing together people of all ages and perspectives to learn about, debate, and celebrate the U.S. Constitution.
Learn More » Brennan Center For Justice | Organization
An independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization that works to reform, revitalize, and when necessary, defend our country’s systems of democracy and justice.
Learn More » Future Hindsight Podcast
A weekly podcast that takes big ideas about civic life and democracy and turns them into action items for everyday citizens.
Listen » Brookings Institution | Organization
Providing the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis on a full range of public policy issues.
Learn More » Center for American Women and Politics | Organization
Its mission is to promote greater knowledge and understanding about the role of women in American politics, enhance women's influence in public life, and expand the diversity of women in politics and government.
Learn More » Legal Momentum | Organization
A mission focused on providing an expert legal voice to seek justice for women.
Learn More » We the People Podcast | National Constitution Center
A weekly show of constitutional debate where listeners can hear the best arguments on all sides of the constitutional issues at the center of American life.
Listen » The Freedom Academy Newsletter | Asha Rangappa
A interactive community and college-level course about disinformation, its impact on democracy, and how we can fight back from reknowed security expert.
Read » The Liberal Patriot Newsletter
The Liberal Patriot is a digital newsletter focused on American politics, public policy, and international affairs.
The Liberal Patriot » This is Democracy Podcast | Jeremi Suri
This podcast will draw on historical knowledge to inspire a contemporary democratic renaissance.
Listen » The Lincoln Project Podcast | Reed Galen
Hosted by co-founder Reed Galen, Podcast regularly features political experts and figureheads who continue the mission to stamp out Trumpism and the seditionists who backed him.
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