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September 1, 2026

Absence and Opportunity: New Academy Report on Working Class Candidates

More than half of the U.S. labor force are working class, yet there is a near-absence of elected officials from working-class occupations in elected office. What are the implications for democracy and representation? How can the barriers to public service be understood and overcome? This publications offers answers these questions.
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Academy Article
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July 2026

Considering AI and Mental Health - an Academy and APA Partnership

The Academy partnered with the American Psychological Association to explore the implications and opportunities at the intersection of artificial intelligence technology and mental health care. The conversations (which are available online) raised questions and offered answers about evaluation, regulation, and how technology and health care professionals can work together.
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Experts Assess Recent Changes to Vaccine Policy

An Academy discussion brought together leaders in clinical care, regulation, and industry to analyze and understand the impact of the administration's changes in vaccine policy. The panelists shared insights on the volatile situation, assessed the impact, and spoke about what can be done to protect the nation’s long-term capacity to develop, test, and deliver vaccines.

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