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Barred from the Ballot

Texas has a history of imposing barriers to voting access Back to Reports Problem Texas has a history of imposing barriers to voting access,…
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This report provides a comprehensive overview of our suggested policy focus, activities, and the prevailing political environment during the 87th Texas Legislative session.

Housing Disenfranchisement

THE CASE AGAINST BARRING FELONS FROM AFFORDABLE HOUSING Back to Reports Problem Recently proposed draft rules in Texas would ban certain individuals with felony…
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This report examines existing policies regarding the connection between public housing and certain types of offenses, focusing on draft rules under consideration by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.

Incarcerating Democracy

HIGHLIGHTING VOTER SUPPRESSION IN THE 2020 ELECTION Back to Reports Problem Voter suppression tactics are being used to undermine democracy and disenfranchised citizens. Background…
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This brief provides an analysis of voter suppression and felony disenfranchisement

Corporate Impact in the Age of Racial Equity and Justice Reform

Back to Reports Problem Systemic racism and economic inequalities have been perpetuated by Corporate America, resulting in disproportionate impacts on Black communities. This problem…
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One of America’s guiding principles is the idea of capitalism. Capitalism is one of the primary factors that enabled America to become the world’s wealthiest country.