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Brookings Institution Releases Comprehensive Report on Well-being of Men and Boys of Color

Brookings Institution Releases Comprehensive Report on Well-being of Men and Boys of Color

The Brookings Institution recently published a detailed report focusing on the well-being of men and boys of color. This extensive study delves into several critical aspects, including longevity, overall well-being, the impact of structural conditions and systems, and social and human development. Notably, the report's scope is broad, encompassing all men and boys of color, not exclusively African-Americans. Andre Perry, a Senior Fellow at The Brookings Institution and Director of The Brookings Center For Community Uplift, and Curtis Valentine, President of The Male Educator Network And Policy Institute, were involved in discussing the report's findings and potential solutions to the issues identified. The report aims to provide a thorough understanding of the challenges faced by this demographic and to stimulate discussions on actionable strategies.

Brookings Institution Updates 'Vital Statistics on Congress' with New Data

Brookings Institution Updates 'Vital Statistics on Congress' with New Data

The Brookings Institution has released the latest update to its 'Vital Statistics on Congress,' a comprehensive dataset providing insights into the U.S. legislative body. Spearheaded by Brookings scholar Molly E. Reynolds, this update includes over 90 tables of data across eight chapters, with the most recent information collected in April 2026. The project, which began as a joint effort with the American Enterprise Institute and the Campaign Finance Institute, transitioned online in 2013 after years of print publication. The updated data is available for free download in various formats, including .csv, .xlsx, and .pdf. The institution emphasizes its commitment to quality, independence, and impact, with each publication reflecting the sole views of its author(s). The data covers a wide range of topics related to Congress, including demographics of members, congressional elections, campaign finance, committee data, staff and operating expenses, legislative productivity, federal budget actions, and politica...

Brookings and Center for Black Entrepreneurship to Host Event on Black Business Growth and Policy

Brookings and Center for Black Entrepreneurship to Host Event on Black Business Growth and Policy

Brookings and Center for Black Entrepreneurship to Host Event on Black Business Growth and Policy

Brookings Institution Podcast Examines Fairness in the Gig Economy

Brookings Institution Podcast Examines Fairness in the Gig Economy

Brookings Institution Podcast Examines Fairness in the Gig Economy

Ferndale High School Teachers Secure Compensation After Classroom Flooding Incident

Ferndale High School Teachers Secure Compensation After Classroom Flooding Incident

Teachers at Ferndale High School in a Detroit suburb successfully advocated for compensation after multiple classrooms were flooded due to the school's dilapidated building. On the eve of professional development week, seven classrooms were found with industrial fans and dehumidifiers, rendering them unsuitable for preparation. Despite an email from the principal stating the classrooms were 'ready for our return,' teachers discovered the spaces were far from functional. This led to a collective action where six teachers marched to the principal's office to demand either paid time for classroom setup or an exemption from professional development sessions. Initially met with a dismissive response, including the principal filming them for TikTok, the teachers' unified front ultimately resulted in the approval of three hours of paid time for classroom setup. This incident highlights ongoing issues with the school's infrastructure, which has experienced three floods in the past nine months, including one where ...

Educators Advocate for Integrating Gratitude Practices into Daily Classroom Routines

Educators Advocate for Integrating Gratitude Practices into Daily Classroom Routines

Educators and researchers are increasingly advocating for the integration of gratitude practices into daily classroom routines, moving beyond seasonal acknowledgments like Thanksgiving. Emerging research suggests that cultivating gratitude can help students manage difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and improve their overall well-being. Kindergarten teacher Grace Bache-Wiig, for instance, implemented a daily gratitude practice with her students, starting with simple thank-you notes and evolving into a six-month journaling habit. This practice led to observable improvements in students' writing and confidence. Lainie Rowell, a former educator, emphasizes that these benefits extend to older students, fostering healthier relationships, academic success, and a more connected classroom community. Activities like 'Notice-Think-Feel-Do' and 'Appreciation, Apology, Aha' are being used to encourage students to express appreciation regularly, making it an integral part of classroom culture rather than an o...

DOGE cuts cost tribes $470M, gutting funding for climate projects

DOGE cuts cost tribes $470M, gutting funding for climate projects

Two new reports from the Brookings Institution reveal the Department of Government Efficiency made significant cuts to tribal communities

Brookings Institution to Host Event on Broadband Access and Affordability Amid Federal Program Challenges

Brookings Institution to Host Event on Broadband Access and Affordability Amid Federal Program Challenges

The Brookings Institution's Center for Technology Innovation (CTI) will host an event on November 18, 2026, to discuss the current state of broadband access and affordability in the United States. This discussion comes as all 56 states and territories have received funding through the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to enhance infrastructure. However, challenges persist, including the current administration's questioning of the Digital Equity Act, the Federal Communications Commission's review of a program providing access to schools and libraries, and increased scrutiny over the Universal Service Fund regarding agency overreach. The event aims to explore these issues, future directions for these programs, and the imperative of maintaining affordable and resilient access, especially with the growing demands of AI and the need for fiber networks and spectrum. The conversation will be available for in-person attendance at the Falk Auditorium in Washington, D.C., and online.

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Data Center Demand Reshaping U.S. Electricity Costs, Driving Up Prices in Key Regions

Jeanne Allen's 'The Education Avengers' Highlights Courageous Education Reformers Across the U.S.

Jeanne Allen's 'The Education Avengers' Highlights Courageous Education Reformers Across the U.S.

Jeanne Allen's book, 'The Education Avengers,' profiles 12 education reformers from various parts of the United States. The book emphasizes the concept of 'hope' as an active virtue, contrasting it with passive optimism, through the stories of individuals who have dedicated themselves to improving the education system. Among those featured are Mary Jo Fairhead, who runs a private school on the Pine Ridge Reservation; Aaron Frumin, founder of unCommon Construction in New Orleans; and Cris Gulacy-Worrel, co-founder of Oakmont Education in Ohio. Other notable figures include Eugene Slocum, who founded Alpha Academy in Fayetteville, North Carolina, making personal sacrifices to keep it operational; José and Ampy Suárez, who established Hope Ranch in Pasco County, Florida, initially for foster children and later expanding to serve autistic individuals; and JoAnn Mitchell, who founded Mission Achievement and Success Charter School in New Mexico. These individuals often left comfortable lives or overcame signific...

Jeanne Allen's 'The Education Avengers' Highlights U.S. Education Reformers' Efforts

Jeanne Allen's 'The Education Avengers' Highlights U.S. Education Reformers' Efforts

Jeanne Allen's book, 'The Education Avengers,' profiles 12 education reformers across the United States who have actively worked to improve the education system. The book distinguishes between optimism and hope, emphasizing hope as an active virtue requiring courage and effort to make the world better. Featured individuals include Mary Jo Fairhead, who runs a private school on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota; Aaron Frumin, founder of unCommon Construction in New Orleans, a nonprofit that allows high school students to earn credits by building houses; and Cris Gulacy-Worrel, co-founder of Oakmont Education in Ohio, a network of 21 workforce-development focused schools for students disconnected from traditional education. Other reformers highlighted are Eugene Slocum, who founded Alpha Academy in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and José and Ampy Suárez, who established Hope Ranch in Pasco County, Florida, initially for foster children and later expanding to services for autistic children and young a...

St. Louis Public Schools Board Approves Closure of Nine Schools Amid Budget Deficit

St. Louis Public Schools Board Approves Closure of Nine Schools Amid Budget Deficit

The St. Louis Public Schools Board of Education has voted to close nine schools and restructure its magnet program, effective next year. This decision comes despite objections from parents, teachers, and students who advocated for a delay. The elementary schools slated for closure are Ames, Ashland, Carver, Hamilton, Hickey, Meramec, Monroe, and Walbridge, along with AESM @ L’Ouverture Middle School. This action will reduce the district's total number of schools from 61 to 52. Additionally, Clyde C. Miller Career Academy will cease new high school enrollments in 2027, transitioning into a career and technical education center by 2030. The board also decided to table a proposal for earlier start times for elementary students. This consolidation plan, known as Future Ready SLPS, aims to address a projected $41 million budget deficit for the current school year and respond to declining student enrollment and the costs associated with maintaining aging facilities.