Meet the Fixer
In This Series
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In Appalachia, he’s helping former miners dig into new opportunities
Brandon Dennison is on a mission to save West Virginia’s economy while preserving its unique history.
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In climate politics, she doesn’t see red or blue — only green
As the leader of Conservation Voters for Idaho, Rialin Flores knows a thing or two about mobilizing voters of all stripes.
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This prof is shedding light on energy injustice — and how to fix it
Not every household has the same access to clean, efficient energy. Professor Tony Reames has a plan to correct that.
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Are we at the dawn of a new welfare state? This policy analyst thinks so.
Julian Brave NoiseCat breaks down Biden’s leftward shift and what it might mean for the country’s shrinking welfare state.
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This entrepreneur is reshaping the criminal justice system — with farmwork
Abiodun Henderson on breaking the cycle of youth incarceration: “We’re trying to get people back on the land.”
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How to get your friends to care about the climate, according to a youth activist
Activist and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez knows a thing or two about bringing people together.
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Favianna Rodriguez on why art matters in a time of crisis
During periods of national strife, disruptive art has the power to change hearts and minds.
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What’s next: Rethinking the role of government with an equity expert
Elected officials might resist change, but according to Desirée Williams-Rajee, the moment is ripe for transformative action.
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This urban planner has the keys to a safe commute after COVID
Public transportation and public health don’t always go hand-in-hand. Alvaro S. Sanchez wants to change that.
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This Lakota man is helping indigenous communities flourish — on their terms
Even in the face of a global pandemic.