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How Do Dictatorships Survive in the 21st Century?
WEBDec 6, 2022 · The book explores the nature and challenges of contemporary authoritarian regimes, such as Russia, Turkey, and China, that conceal their true nature and use modern technologies to undermine democracy. It traces the historical evolution of dictatorships and democracy, and analyzes the factors that enable or hinder their survival.
The Gospel of Wealth | Carnegie Corporation of New York
WEBAndrew Carnegie argues in his 1889 essay "The Gospel of Wealth" that the law of competition ensures the survival of the fittest in every department of society. He welcomes this law as beneficial for the progress of the race, but …
Why We Must Connect Education and the Future of Work
WEBFeb 3, 2022 · A lack of alignment among K–12, higher education, and the world of work threatens to compromise our resilience and success as a country. Education leaders at the Corporation argue that we must redesign our educational systems to …
Voting Rights: A Short History - Carnegie Corporation of New York
WEBNov 18, 2019 · Learn how voting rights in the U.S. have evolved from the colonial era to the present day, with a focus on the landmark laws and movements that expanded access to the ballot. Explore the challenges and controversies that have shaped the history of voting rights, from poll taxes to voter ID laws.
15 Myths About Immigration Debunked - Carnegie Corporation of …
WEBSep 27, 2021 · The Cato Institute's Alex Nowrasteh argues that immigrants use significantly less welfare than native-born Americans and that immigration does not increase the budget deficit or economic inequality. He also challenges other common arguments against immigration, such as job competition, terrorism, and assimilation.
What Changes to the U.S. Education System Are Needed to …
WEBMay 10, 2021 · The web page outlines the challenges and opportunities for transforming the U.S. education system to support long-term success for all Americans. It proposes a vision of equal opportunity, enhanced capacity and engagement of educators, and stronger connections between K–12, higher education, and work.
50 Years Later: Learnings from the Vietnam War
WEBThe panel “Writing About the Vietnam War” featured a conversation between four authors— professor of history and international affairs Robert Brigham, Vietnam veteran and reporter Philip Caputo, journalist and historian Frances Fitzgerald, and Harvard University professor of international affairs Fred Logevall. They discussed covering the Vietnam war on the ground, reflecting on it from ...
Twenty Lessons for Fighting Tyranny | Carnegie Reporter Winter …
WEBDec 23, 2022 · A historian and Andrew Carnegie Fellow offers practical advice on how to resist authoritarianism and defend democracy in the face of a repressive government. He draws on historical examples and current challenges to warn against the dangers of propaganda, hate, and complacency.
A Dozen Ways to Increase Voting in the United States
WEBSep 12, 2022 · Learn about 11 gateway reforms to expand opportunities to register and vote, such as same-day registration, automatic registration, and online registration. The web page also explains the benefits of universal civic …