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Redistricting 2011: Mapping Political Power for the Decade
OSI-New York
October 14, 2010

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This preview and panel look at Gerrymandering, a documentary that sheds light on the typically opaque redistricting process in the United States and the many who attempt to manipulate it for partisan gain.

About the Democracy and Power Fund
The Democracy and Power Fund expands on the Open Society Foundations' efforts to engage and mobilize youth, immigrants, and communities of color.

Vote 2012: Vote Suppression, Not a Thing of the Past Aryeh Neier November 8, 2011 BLOG Attempts are being made all across the United States to exclude African Americans, students and other young people, and new citizens from registering and exercising their right to vote.		Vote 2012: The Quintessential Right Muzna Ansari and Laleh Ispahani November 7, 2011 BLOG This new blog series aims to help U.S. voters understand the ramifications of recent, unprecedented electoral changes and to offer the necessary tools to fully exercise their right to vote.
Ending Loser Liberalism and Restructuring the Market Economy Dean Baker October 18, 2011 BLOG It makes sense to argue for changes that will make the U.S. economy more efficient and fair. That could be a recipe for success at both the political and policy level.		The Impetus for a Shared Sacrifice Christopher Scott September 7, 2011 BLOG The sensible approach to a shared sacrifice in the United States is simple: level the playing field to be more equitable. The impetus should be based on the building of human capital.

Democracy Remixed: Black Youth and the Future of American Politics
OSI-New York
September 20, 2010
AUDIO
This Open Society Foundations event explores strategies to inspire civic participation and engagement among black youth.

Communities of Color Taking on Green: The Movement and the Money
OSI-New York
August 12, 2010
AUDIO
This Open Society Foundations event looks at how people of color are leading the fight to stop the global climate crisis and create opportunities for economic, environmental, and community sustainability.

Rural Organizing in a Divided Land
OSI-New York
January 21, 2010
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Open Society Fellow Marcy Westerling discusses the challenges and opportunities of progressive rural organizing in the U.S. and responding to growing threats from the Right.

Democracy and Power Fund Announces Second Round of 2010 Grants
August 11, 2010
A total of $2.81 million was awarded to 12 national organizations and 11 state-based organizations that address the fund's priority areas.

Democracy and Power Fund Announces First Round of 2010 Grants
June 1, 2010
More than $2.7 million was awarded to 11 national organizations that address issues such as voter engagement, leadership building, and policy generation.

Open Society Institute Announces Small Donor Development and Diversification Grant Recipients
January 13, 2010
The New World Foundation, Open Society Institute, and Stoneman Foundation Collaborative awarded $510,000 to eight grassroots groups to support the development of new models for small-donor fundraising.

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