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Black people represent only 13% of the population, but account for 38% of the incarcerated population. This overrepresentation of Black people in the criminal legal system is due to a history of racism that Black communities are still enduring till this day. By shrinking the system, we can end mass incarceration and heal Black communities by restoring equity and uniting families.

RESOURCE TOOLKIT: Take Action to End Mass Incarceration The U.S. criminal justice system disproportionately affects young people, especially young people of color.

Did you know industrial facilities are most often located in communities of color?

The pollution that these companies create causes serious health problems. But this is not a problem without a solution! We can act on climate by maximizing clean energy investments in these communities. Black lives matter, climate can’t wait!

Tell the Senate: These 5 Investments Can Help Us Beat the Climate Crisis | Generation Progress This is our moment to put the health of people and the planet first.

Georgia is used to balmy, sunny days, but not when they happen as late into the year as December! Last month was the second HOTTEST December in Georgia. This is why it’s so important to act on climate.

Georgia’s warm 2021 capped by a near-record hot December In keeping with recent trends, temperatures in Georgia in 2021 were well above average for much of the year, with December 2021 posting a near-record high, according to NOAA data. But a cold snap is expected to hit the northern part of the state, including Atlanta, this weekend.

ICYMI: House leadership combined two critical pieces of federal voting rights legislation into a single powerhouse bill we can all get behind. It’s through the House and right now, we’re looking at a moonshot chance to fight for the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act in the Senate.

Take Action to Protect Voting Rights | Generation Progress Democracy is connected to many important issues young people care about. If we are ever going to see progress on these issues, we must have a democracy that represents the will of the people. We must protect our elections.