Today, New America relaunches our brand and website, strengthening how we advance independent research and bold solutions for a new America. 📍 newamerica.org

📢 NYC parents: Time is running out! The New Practice Lab at New America has teamed up with the @mayor.nyc.gov, @robinhoodnyc.bsky.social, and @norc.org to hear your thoughts on child care. 📝 Survey closes Friday, April 17th, at 12pm ET: nyc.gov/parentsurvey

Following the January 2026 passage of the RENTAL Act, eviction filings in Washington, DC surged. New America’s Future of Land & Housing program analyzed these filings and share their findings in a recent publication. 🏘️ Learn more: https://go.newamerica.org/dc-evictions-jun-2025-feb-2026-5

Want to learn how we make urgent public policy topics feel fresh, human, and deeply relevant to everyday life? Check out The Thread, New America's digital magazine, for thoughtful stories featuring insights from across our five issue areas. 🧵 https://go.newamerica.org/the-thread-5

Digital sovereignty starts with infrastructure, not algorithms. When the US & China control every layer of AI infrastructure, where’s the agency for emerging economies? Watch highlights from the third annual Digital Futures Symposium. 🛰️ More: https://go.newamerica.org/ai-africa-tech-politics-5

🏗️ A smarter way to build housing: https://go.newamerica.org/affordable-and-market-rate-housing-5 💰 Closing construction funding gaps: https://go.newamerica.org/rules-of-housing-finance-5 🏠 Scaling first-time homebuyer programs: https://go.newamerica.org/first-time-homebuyers-in-high-cost-regions-5

New America's @techanddemocracy.newamerica.org advocates for tech policy that protects our right to privacy. This #DataPrivacyDay, we spotlight some of their efforts to advance this important work. 💻 https://go.newamerica.org/consumer-privacy-5

@leedrutman.bsky.social & @ezraklein.bsky.social discuss the growing “gerrymandering war” & why embracing proportional representation could reshape how Americans are represented in Congress. 🎧 https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-lee-drutman.html?partner=slack&smid=sl-share

“You only get one life.” Nearly 5,500 parents shared what families really need in the 2026 National Parent Survey: more time, better pay, and more support. 🫂 Read the report: https://go.newamerica.org/2026-national-parent-survey-5

🎊 Huge congratulations to our New America Fellows for making 2025 an incredible year of recognition! We’re proud to support Fellows whose work is shaping culture and sparking new conversations about the most pressing issues of our day.

Looking back at 2025, here is the first in my Top 10 (in no particular order) #NewWest accomplishments for 2025.

When disabled people are killed by family members or caregivers, true crime often reframes the violence as “mercy” or caregiver stress, shifting sympathy away from the victim. Disability justice advocate @vilissathompson.bsky.social explains this narrative on B*tch, Listen. 🎧 New • Jan. 29, 2026

Sadly and predictably, Iran appears to have achieved escalation dominance by closing the Strait of Hormuz. I asked what plans the government have for a post-conflict region where Iran retains the upper hand because it can dictate global energy prices and continue to threaten gulf nations.

Israel Strikes Lebanon 100 Times #news #politics #trump #israel #iran

Small Smart Spaces is a range of Healthy and Comfortable Architecturally Designed Homes suitable for #passivehaus Certification and Homestar ratings, Direct from the Architectural Designer to you. #newzealand #Architecture

Along an ordinary stretch of Cape Coral, cars pull over for a sight that is not typical. The concept is simple: bring a trinket, take a trinket. Somehow, the smaller the toy, the bigger the reaction. https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/drivers-cape-coral-road-tiny-box-surprises/71317497 

Another exciting week in Ottawa, with the announcement of a national conversation on men and boys’ health, as well as the passing of the Budget Implementation Act. Looking forward to the week ahead in Spadina—Harbourfront!

Maxwell Woledzi puts Nashville ahead with his first goal for the club!

They call you a dreamer, like it's some disease Like wanting kids alive is a naive belief But since when is 'don't kill' a radical idea? Since when is choosing life something only fools hold dear? Wake the hell up! #NoWar #Peace #Gaza #Iran #Ukraine #Israel #USA #music #song #poem #vss365 #dear

Duck feeds grain from the tray to the fishes instead of eating alone. 😍

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Opening Cinematic Video #NintendoSwitch2 #Yoshi #Gaming

Queer liberation is inseparable from anti-imperialism and freedom from exploitation. Working people are strong, but only when we stand together and refuse to let the capitalist class divide us! 🌈 ✊️ 🔥 #peoplespride #queerliberation #immigrantjustice #DSA #socialism

Greetings from Kyiv. Once again, I brought you its beauty and life. The world needs reminders that after more than four years of war, Kyiv stands. And perhaps this will become a testimony for the future.

How Broken Is England? Once proud of our freedom — now punished for speaking out. When protesters for justice are branded terrorists, who’s really breaking England? #HowIsEnglandBroken #StandForTruth #FreeSpeech #TruthMatters #UKPolitics

Ex-orphans Lima Lima, Sonje and Zongoloni have a long-established habit of disappearing into the Kibwezi Forest for days – sometimes weeks – at a stretch. But they always come back to Murera and the dependent herd, and when they do, everyone loves catching up. Welcome home.

This is problematic!

Audio Leather Nun FFA

Meikyū Jiin Dababa / Temple Labyrinth Dababa (1987 / Eng. Translation 2017) #FDS #Nintendo

Nakba Day rally starting in Vancouver now. Grandview Park. Come out if you can. #FreePalestine #NakbaDay

Wednesday fans in the back! 🖤 #circus #aerialhoop #lyra #aerialist #art #dance #firstfriday #florida

Starbucks CEO makes 6,666x what the average @sbworkersunited.org barista does. It would take less than one day of sales to finalize a fair contract. Baristas at Starbucks corporate stores nationwide are on strike to fight this corporate greed and get the fair contract they deserve.

Auroch Digital understood the assignment. This game is fantastic. #GameDVR

Why French Twitter users stay separate from the English network October 30 | Live on Zoom Register Here: https://nuel.ink/yh7QU7 #PhdChat #AcademicChatter #sociallistening #NodeXL #Webinar #NetworkAnalysis #SocialMediaResearch #DataInsights

Android XR's major update brought an AI feature to make any windowed content 3D, hand occlusion in the home space, and the ability to pin windows to your walls to Samsung Galaxy XR. Details here: www.uploadvr.com/google-andro...

Hackers in Denver CO reprogrammed crosswalks to say "Trump murders children"

En la Comunidad Valenciana, el profesorado decide si continúa con la huelga tras la última propuesta del gobierno autonómico. 💬 Joan Moreno

[INDIE ALERT] 📢 ArcheAge Chronicles by XLGames ArcheAge Chronicles delivers an immersive experience that will capture players' hearts, whether they are newcomers to the setting or seasoned adventurers. Wishlist store.steampowered.com/app/3218230 #indiegame #indiedev

I am the pro-union candidate in this race. That doesn't mean that they are always going to like what I have to say. I say no to the data center in Franklin Furnace. #doctermanforohio #ohio

“I don’t give a Fuck if Donald Trump is a pedophile.” MAGA counter-protester at Delaney Hall in Newark New Jersey

This week's guest on Heroic Herstories is Dr. Cecilia Redmond-Norris, the Director of Iowa City's Free Medical Clinic. Throughout her career, she has gained local and national recognition as a patient advocate. Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzJAtyds84s

We've done it before, and we can do it again

Remember Dr. Zhivago? "Stick together and we'll be alright!"

"A tense, taut, artfully hushed debut feature by Belgian writer-director Leonardo van Dijl, 'Julie Keeps Quiet' also knows the value of control -- though its own calm is fraught with anxiety and anger." @guylodge.bsky.social @variety.com Julie Keeps Quiet (12A) screens @garterlane on Dec 2nd.

Never forget who helped you, who left you, and who put you through difficult times. Each one taught you something. The goal isn’t bitterness — it’s wisdom. Protect your peace and keep building. 💪🏾 #LifeLessons #GrowthMindset #ProtectYourPeace

“I will be running for Congress." The Texas legislature redrew Democrat @repjuliejohnson.bsky.social district as heavy Republican. But she told Y'all-itics that she still intends to be on a ballot next spring. #txlege STORY: www.wfaa.com/article/news...

“I want to mention [Kinney Zalesne] because she’s raised money, she’s gotten endorsements, and she’s making an aggressive campaign [for DC Delegate]. (1/2)

“We will tell a new story” – If successful, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's mainstream agenda and storytelling could reposition economic progressives as the dominant political force not just in America, but set an example for the world.

Beat my sword for the secret! A fatal duel exposes a terrifying mystery. 👉more👉 youtu.be/JGn2p70R_5o #engdubcdrama #mysteryhistoricalcdrama #suspensecostumecdrama #direnjie #detectivedee

#Michigan #MichiganFarmers #Palentir #JDVance #Farmlands #AIDataCenters #PeterThiel #Republicans #ProgressMichigan Republicans have awarded a $300 million contract to the most dangerous surveillance company in the world. In partnership with Creator Collaborative Michigan ~ By Hear Me Out On This.

Looking at the current cabinet, there’s only one thing to do. Campaign for Monty Brewster to stand for leader of the Labour Party.

Oil Prices EXPLODE as Iran Crisis Escalates | Global Markets on Edge Iran now holds major leverage in the conflict. Oil prices exploded today, $105 a barrel after Trump rejected Iran’s latest peace proposal, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says the war must continue.

Cheers Debby!☕✨☕ Had a fun hike this am before heat. Hope you have a great NJ day!🏖 Bald eagle fly by!😍👏🤗

Rep. Robert Garcia: "It is a shame that Pam Bondi refused to meet with the survivors. It's a shame that the current Acting Attorney General, Todd Blanche, has done everything to try to hide and essentially evade our questions. He's also not met with the survivors."

Kit Malthouse, Conservative MP for North West Hampshire, tells me he's wept after hearing the stories of dying and bereaved people. He'll be backing the assisted dying bill tomorrow.

Hey Teens! God is calling you. Are you ready to answer? #BookTok, #Bookstagram, #ReadingSlump, and #BookTokFavorites. #ChristianBooks https://loom.ly/w_3vxLg

Luther Burden’s too smooth

Alors que Jérôme Barella a été mis en examen dans l’affaire Lyhanna, plusieurs signalements et plaintes, dont deux pour viol sur mineure, avaient déjà visé le quadragénaire ces dernières années. On fait le point.

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, said Israel’s actions over recent months in Iran, Syria, Lebanon and Gaza had earned it international “respect.” 🧵

Ces gens sont à gerber ! Ils osent mettre sur le même plan les casseroles judiciaires de leur copain, le criminel en col blanc Sarkozy, et le drame de la jeune Lyhanna.