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Stand Together helps changemakers tackle the root causes of our country's biggest problems. These are their stories, ideas, and advice.
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Giving students freedom to focus on topics they care about inspires a lifelong love for learning. Homeschooling makes that possible.
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Bench-pressing with one arm is challenging but not impossible at this gym.
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Fear of change is nothing new, but how we respond to this moment really matters.
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Giving students freedom to focus on topics they care about inspires a lifelong love for learning. Homeschooling makes that possible.
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Want to know about the real benefits of ESAs? Start here.
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Civic engagement is declining in America. Here’s how we can get it back.
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September 16, 2024
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Fear of change is nothing new, but how we respond to this moment really matters.
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A coalition of scholars and policymakers are working on long-term economic solutions — together.
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With the help of Americans for Prosperity, Christi Berrong-Barber learned her personal story has the power to make lasting change.
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Pinky Cole, Tabitha Brown, Arian Simone, and Charles King are among the innovators and visionaries participating in this year's annual gathering.
April 24, 2024
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Bench-pressing with one arm is challenging but not impossible at this gym.
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What if, instead of seeing addicts, we saw people grappling with unseen trauma and shame?
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A healthy relationship is the most powerful thing in the world.
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Could community be the solution? I decided to find out.
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More innovation and accountability would open students up to alternative models and meaningful work.
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A strong workplace culture creates mutual benefit and fulfillment for all.
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FIRE’s College Free Speech Rankings provide insights on the state of free speech – not just on campus.
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Here’s a hint: It’s not policy disagreements
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We condemn the violence against former President Trump.
July 14, 2024
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A veteran’s story of being guided by our founding principles
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When Ian Robinson re-entered civilian life, service animals gave him purpose.
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The MISSION Act was a huge win to empower veterans. But its execution by the VA has been lackluster.
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Edrys Leyva’s journey from escaping Cuba’s regime to Navy veteran and health care advocate.
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The Ukraine War is at an impasse. Here’s what you need to know.
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Philanthropy can focus on the beyond, says Leck Shannon, Stand Together Trust
September 16, 2024
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Mental health care is too narrow, possibly worsening the crisis. These changemakers have a plan.
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Aimee is an innovative virtual healthcare, labs, and prescription drug service that patients can access whether or not they have health insurance
August 8, 2024
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Peer support may be the key to transforming mental health care. So far, it’s working for millions.
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The Stand Together sponsored podcast aims to end “The War on Drugs"
July 18, 2024
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We already have a key to reducing violent crime, according to this former law enforcement officer turned leading policy researcher.
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The Frederick Douglass Project uses face-to-face conversations in prison to unlock possibilities for everyone.
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About half of people leaving prison or jail will return. These five nonprofits want to change that.
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Here's why users should moderate social platforms themselves.
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Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott’s new book The Canceling of the American Mind dives into cancel culture’s origins and ways to fight it.
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Protecting free speech online is vital. Free speech expert Jacob Mchangama shares how the U.S. can do that.
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Free speech is under attack. These organizations are pushing back.
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Local communities, not top-down approaches, are solving the refugee crisis.
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Thanksgiving is celebrity chef Pati Jinich’s favorite American holiday. It’s easy to see why.
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Daniel Garza worked alongside his immigrant parents as farmworkers. He used that work ethic to rise to a position in the White House.
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