Profiling America’s Changing Electorate

Briefings

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Can Prop 1 Mitigate California’s Housing Crisis?

Oct 13 | California voters will weigh Proposition 1, an $11.25 billion housing bond funding affordable housing, homeownership, farmworker housing and veterans’ programs amid the state’s deep housing affordability crisis this November election.

The Native Vote in 2026: Sovereignty, Representation and Political Power

Oct 9 | Native voters head into the 2026 midterms focused on sovereignty, representation, voting access and political power as Indigenous communities navigate distinct priorities across reservations, rural areas and cities.

News Stories

L.A. Parks Face Billions in Needs — Voters to Decide on Measure Doubling Funding

In November, LA voters will decide on a measure that would double the city's funding for its ailing park system, which ranks among the lowest in the nation.

DHS Is Using FEMA Buildings as Pop-up Immigration Courts, Denying Public Access

Congressman Greg Stanton says he was blocked from entering a makeshift immigration courtroom, raising concerns about public access to the proceedings.

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The Black Vote in 2026: Turnout, Resistance and the Fight for Representation

Live Friday, October 2, 2026 | 11am PST

Overview

Black voters remain the Democratic Party’s most loyal constituency, but loyalty does not automatically guarantee enthusiasm or turnout. As the midterms approach, economic concerns and political disillusionment—particularly among some younger Black voters and Black men—are colliding with heightened urgency over voting rights, racial justice, and representation.

Will opposition to the Trump administration translate into turnout? And will Black voters be able to convert their electoral strength into meaningful political power?

Guest Speakers

  • Dr. Andra Gillespie, Political scientist at Emory University specializing in Black politics and electoral behavior
  • Michael Bland, Executive Director, Black Men Vote
  • Evan Milligan, Voting-rights advocate; lead plaintiff in Allen v. Milligan; founder and former executive director of Alabama Forward

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