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Dēmos is a non-profit public policy organization working to build a just, inclusive, multiracial democracy and economy.
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Dēmos is a non-profit public policy organization working to build a just, inclusive, multiracial democracy and economy.
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We’re Dēmos. Our name means “the people” and it’s the root word for democracy.
We believe the source of our greatness is the diversity of our people. Together, let's build a just, inclusive, multiracial democracy and economy that works for all of us.
Get started with us at demos.org.
We’re Dēmos. Our name means “the people” and it’s the root word for democracy.
We believe the source of our greatness is the diversity of our people. Together, let's build a just, inclusive, multiracial democracy and economy that works for all of us.
Get started with us at demos.org.
Authoritarianism has taken root in the U.S., but we can turn the tide.
When we link economic justice + inclusive democracy, we transform the cycle of power from vicious to virtuous.
It’s time to build power for the people, not the wealthy few.
demos.nyc/4472jbi
When we link economic justice + inclusive democracy, we transform the cycle of power from vicious to virtuous.
It’s time to build power for the people, not the wealthy few.
demos.nyc/4472jbi
Economic and Political Power: Making the Cycle Virtuous, Not Vicious | Demos
For too long, the wealthy and powerful have used the cycle of economic and political power to enrich themselves and entrench their control. We envision a more virtuous cycle of power.
demos.nyc
November 13, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Authoritarianism has taken root in the U.S., but we can turn the tide.
When we link economic justice + inclusive democracy, we transform the cycle of power from vicious to virtuous.
It’s time to build power for the people, not the wealthy few.
demos.nyc/4472jbi
When we link economic justice + inclusive democracy, we transform the cycle of power from vicious to virtuous.
It’s time to build power for the people, not the wealthy few.
demos.nyc/4472jbi
Forward: People, Purpose, Power was more than a celebration—it was a call to action. Together with co-hosts @txorgproject.bsky.social and our partners, allies, and movement leaders, we honored a legacy of progress while charting a bold course forward for democracy and economic justice.
November 13, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Forward: People, Purpose, Power was more than a celebration—it was a call to action. Together with co-hosts @txorgproject.bsky.social and our partners, allies, and movement leaders, we honored a legacy of progress while charting a bold course forward for democracy and economic justice.
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To build the democracy we never had, activating people power—animated by an inclusive vision for our economy, especially through labor unions—is essential. nonprofitquarterly.org/forging-a-pa... @darrickhamilton.bsky.social @demosorg.bsky.social
Forging a Path to Democracy with Labor and Solidarity at the Center - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
To build the democracy we never had, activating people power—animated by an inclusive vision for our economy, especially through labor unions—is essential.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
To build the democracy we never had, activating people power—animated by an inclusive vision for our economy, especially through labor unions—is essential. nonprofitquarterly.org/forging-a-pa... @darrickhamilton.bsky.social @demosorg.bsky.social
Why is labor power essential to democracy?
For week 2 of our @npquarterly.bsky.social Third Reconstruction series, @darrickhamilton.bsky.social & @dorianwarren.bsky.social look at U.S. history.
Read why the path out of authoritarianism runs through a multiracial labor movement: demos.nyc/43lmRwx
For week 2 of our @npquarterly.bsky.social Third Reconstruction series, @darrickhamilton.bsky.social & @dorianwarren.bsky.social look at U.S. history.
Read why the path out of authoritarianism runs through a multiracial labor movement: demos.nyc/43lmRwx
Forging a Path to Democracy with Labor and Solidarity at the Center - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
To build the democracy we never had, activating people power—animated by an inclusive vision for our economy, especially through labor unions—is essential.
demos.nyc
November 10, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Why is labor power essential to democracy?
For week 2 of our @npquarterly.bsky.social Third Reconstruction series, @darrickhamilton.bsky.social & @dorianwarren.bsky.social look at U.S. history.
Read why the path out of authoritarianism runs through a multiracial labor movement: demos.nyc/43lmRwx
For week 2 of our @npquarterly.bsky.social Third Reconstruction series, @darrickhamilton.bsky.social & @dorianwarren.bsky.social look at U.S. history.
Read why the path out of authoritarianism runs through a multiracial labor movement: demos.nyc/43lmRwx
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“A Third Reconstruction unapologetically embraces justice as the beating heart of an expansive multiracial democracy.” nonprofitquarterly.org/why-the-stru... @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social @demosorg.bsky.social @steve-npq.bsky.social
Why the Struggle for a Third Reconstruction Remains the Struggle for Our Times - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
At a time of racial justice backlash, a call for a full-throated multiracial democracy may seem audacious—it’s also a necessary movement to preserve US democracy at all.
nonprofitquarterly.org
November 3, 2025 at 8:51 PM
“A Third Reconstruction unapologetically embraces justice as the beating heart of an expansive multiracial democracy.” nonprofitquarterly.org/why-the-stru... @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social @demosorg.bsky.social @steve-npq.bsky.social
🔥 Launching today: A 6-week series with @npquarterly.bsky.social on building a Third Reconstruction. Read about how we defeat authoritarianism and build a multiracial democracy—even when the odds seem impossible.
First, @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social on the path forward: demos.nyc/3JuC8Va
First, @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social on the path forward: demos.nyc/3JuC8Va
Why the Struggle for a Third Reconstruction Remains the Struggle for Our Times - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
At a time of racial justice backlash, a call for a full-throated multiracial democracy may seem audacious—it’s also a necessary movement to preserve US democracy at all.
demos.nyc
November 3, 2025 at 8:04 PM
🔥 Launching today: A 6-week series with @npquarterly.bsky.social on building a Third Reconstruction. Read about how we defeat authoritarianism and build a multiracial democracy—even when the odds seem impossible.
First, @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social on the path forward: demos.nyc/3JuC8Va
First, @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social on the path forward: demos.nyc/3JuC8Va
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Why the Struggle for a Third Reconstruction Remains the Struggle for Our Times - nonprofitquarterly.org/why-the-stru... @demosorg.bsky.social
Why the Struggle for a Third Reconstruction Remains the Struggle for Our Times - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
At a time of racial justice backlash, a call for a full-throated multiracial democracy may seem audacious—it’s also a necessary movement to preserve US democracy at all.
nonprofitquarterly.org
November 3, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Why the Struggle for a Third Reconstruction Remains the Struggle for Our Times - nonprofitquarterly.org/why-the-stru... @demosorg.bsky.social
As a member of Dēmos’ board, Stephen McConnell is a champion and collaborator who has helped shape our mission today. Hear about how he got involved with our work and his perspective on our role in the progressive movement.
October 29, 2025 at 8:58 PM
As a member of Dēmos’ board, Stephen McConnell is a champion and collaborator who has helped shape our mission today. Hear about how he got involved with our work and his perspective on our role in the progressive movement.
From the federal takeover of DC’s police department to retaliatory firings of public servants, it's clear that a dangerous authoritarian shift is unfolding in real time.
Dēmos President Taifa Smith Butler calls us to mobilize to defend our democracy. Read her urgent warning: bit.ly/47iwb5l
Dēmos President Taifa Smith Butler calls us to mobilize to defend our democracy. Read her urgent warning: bit.ly/47iwb5l
October 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
From the federal takeover of DC’s police department to retaliatory firings of public servants, it's clear that a dangerous authoritarian shift is unfolding in real time.
Dēmos President Taifa Smith Butler calls us to mobilize to defend our democracy. Read her urgent warning: bit.ly/47iwb5l
Dēmos President Taifa Smith Butler calls us to mobilize to defend our democracy. Read her urgent warning: bit.ly/47iwb5l
On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we’re reminded: ending poverty isn’t just about economic security—it’s also about economic mobility for all. Read about our vision for an economy that helps families thrive:
www.demos.org/sites/defaul...
www.demos.org/sites/defaul...
October 17, 2025 at 2:07 PM
On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we’re reminded: ending poverty isn’t just about economic security—it’s also about economic mobility for all. Read about our vision for an economy that helps families thrive:
www.demos.org/sites/defaul...
www.demos.org/sites/defaul...
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The unemployment rate for Black Americans hit 7.5% in August, "more than double the rate seen for white workers." This is the worst level it's been since the pandemic, some economists seeing this as a sign of worse things to come for the US economy.
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The Black unemployment rate is at its highest since 2021. Here's why that's a bad sign for the economy.
The unemployment rate for Black Americans hit 7.5% in August. Federal workforce reductions and tariff-fueled economic uncertainty may be contributing.
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September 17, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The unemployment rate for Black Americans hit 7.5% in August, "more than double the rate seen for white workers." This is the worst level it's been since the pandemic, some economists seeing this as a sign of worse things to come for the US economy.
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Latinas must work nearly two years to earn what white men earn in just one. Paying Latinas what they’re owed—equal pay—is critical to fostering thriving communities. #EqualPayforEqualWork #LatinaEqualPayDay
October 8, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Latinas must work nearly two years to earn what white men earn in just one. Paying Latinas what they’re owed—equal pay—is critical to fostering thriving communities. #EqualPayforEqualWork #LatinaEqualPayDay
Our new report debunks the harmful myth that immigrants are responsible for job losses. And it reveals the real threat to workers:
⚠️Weak labor protections
⚠️Wage theft
⚠️Unchecked corporate greed
Find out what's really holding our economy back: bit.ly/3IUlyh1
⚠️Weak labor protections
⚠️Wage theft
⚠️Unchecked corporate greed
Find out what's really holding our economy back: bit.ly/3IUlyh1
October Indicators: Workers are Losing Out, But It's Not Because of Immigrants | Demos
Structural imbalances—not immigrants—are what keeps working people from seeing their fair share of economic gains.
bit.ly
October 2, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Our new report debunks the harmful myth that immigrants are responsible for job losses. And it reveals the real threat to workers:
⚠️Weak labor protections
⚠️Wage theft
⚠️Unchecked corporate greed
Find out what's really holding our economy back: bit.ly/3IUlyh1
⚠️Weak labor protections
⚠️Wage theft
⚠️Unchecked corporate greed
Find out what's really holding our economy back: bit.ly/3IUlyh1
Who stands to bear the brunt from cuts to Medicaid? You might’ve guessed it—Black families.
www.politico.com/news/2025/08...
www.politico.com/news/2025/08...
Looming Medicaid cuts could hurt Black children, advocates warn
Nearly 2 in 3 Black children are enrolled in the program.
www.politico.com
September 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Who stands to bear the brunt from cuts to Medicaid? You might’ve guessed it—Black families.
www.politico.com/news/2025/08...
www.politico.com/news/2025/08...
#ConstitutionDay serves as a reminder that this document, while foundational, has long been used to deny Black and brown communities' full political power. As it faces a barrage of attacks, we must both defend and demand a Constitution that serves all of us.
September 17, 2025 at 9:29 PM
#ConstitutionDay serves as a reminder that this document, while foundational, has long been used to deny Black and brown communities' full political power. As it faces a barrage of attacks, we must both defend and demand a Constitution that serves all of us.
Anti-democratic forces are working to silence Black and brown communities by making it harder to vote. This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we fight back. Register to vote—and make sure your friends, family, and community do too. Our vote is our power.
September 16, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Anti-democratic forces are working to silence Black and brown communities by making it harder to vote. This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we fight back. Register to vote—and make sure your friends, family, and community do too. Our vote is our power.
#HispanicHeritageMonth is more than a celebration—it’s a call to defend the rights, dignity, and democracy that Hispanic communities are fighting for and have always deserved.
September 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
#HispanicHeritageMonth is more than a celebration—it’s a call to defend the rights, dignity, and democracy that Hispanic communities are fighting for and have always deserved.
Georgia will begin its second-largest voter purge in history in the fall, following its record-setting first purge in 2017. Secretary of State Raffensperger stands to remove nearly half a million voters from their rolls in the "Peach State". www.axios.com/local/atlant...
Voter Purge Legislative Resource Guide | Demos
This resource guide is intended to help advocates and local leaders make common-sense improvements to current voter removal practices and oppose bad bills that limit access to the ballot.
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August 19, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Georgia will begin its second-largest voter purge in history in the fall, following its record-setting first purge in 2017. Secretary of State Raffensperger stands to remove nearly half a million voters from their rolls in the "Peach State". www.axios.com/local/atlant...
Mass voter purges, or the improper cancellation of voter registrations, systemically deny people the right to participate in elections and make their voices heard.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Here’s how advocates can fight back: www.demos.org/research/vot...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Here’s how advocates can fight back: www.demos.org/research/vot...
North Carolina-Trump DOJ Voter Purge Plan Is Illegal, Democrats Warn
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
August 18, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Mass voter purges, or the improper cancellation of voter registrations, systemically deny people the right to participate in elections and make their voices heard.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Here’s how advocates can fight back: www.demos.org/research/vot...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Here’s how advocates can fight back: www.demos.org/research/vot...
Three years after the #VotingRightsAct passed, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that it only represented a step toward equality—not the finish line: “Now our struggle is for genuine equality, which means economic equality.”
August 6, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Three years after the #VotingRightsAct passed, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that it only represented a step toward equality—not the finish line: “Now our struggle is for genuine equality, which means economic equality.”
For 60 years, the #VotingRightsAct (VRA) has represented a transformative milestone for the Civil Rights movement and American democracy.
60 Years Later, the Voting Rights Act Needs to Be Revived and Paired With a Bold Economic Agenda | Demos
On the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, we honor those who strived for that victory by defending its true legacy—one that demands not just political participation, but economic justice too.
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August 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
For 60 years, the #VotingRightsAct (VRA) has represented a transformative milestone for the Civil Rights movement and American democracy.
Firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for simply doing her job sets a dangerous precedent for our nation. Data are facts, whether they serve one's political aspirations or not. Our full statement: bit.ly/3HgXZ18
August 5, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for simply doing her job sets a dangerous precedent for our nation. Data are facts, whether they serve one's political aspirations or not. Our full statement: bit.ly/3HgXZ18
As undemocratic forces fight tooth and nail to restrict voters’ access to the ballot box, the reintroduced John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act can help ensure full, unfettered access to political participation for Black and brown voters. bit.ly/4lcHWPI
Watch: Warnock, Durbin reintroduce voting rights bill named for John Lewis
Democratic Sens. Raphael Warnock (Ga.) and Dick Durbin (Ill.) are set to reintroduce the Senate version of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, which would replace the 1965 Voting …
bit.ly
August 5, 2025 at 2:27 PM
As undemocratic forces fight tooth and nail to restrict voters’ access to the ballot box, the reintroduced John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act can help ensure full, unfettered access to political participation for Black and brown voters. bit.ly/4lcHWPI
Mass voter purges, or the improper cancellation of voter registrations, systematically deny people the right to participate in elections and make their voices heard.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
North Carolina-Trump DOJ Voter Purge Plan Is Illegal, Democrats Warn
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
August 4, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Mass voter purges, or the improper cancellation of voter registrations, systematically deny people the right to participate in elections and make their voices heard.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Economic and political power are inextricably linked. Therefore, when the mega-wealthy get trillions in tax cuts, as currently proposed by Congressional Republicans, they also gain outsized influence over our democratic institutions.
August 1, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Economic and political power are inextricably linked. Therefore, when the mega-wealthy get trillions in tax cuts, as currently proposed by Congressional Republicans, they also gain outsized influence over our democratic institutions.