War of Ideas

By Andrew Rich 1

Why mainstream and liberal foundations and the think tanks they support are losing in the war of ideas in American politics.

Services for Votes

By Andrea Orr

Study shows machine politics' role in welfare.

From Roadblocks to Road Rage

By Jocelyn Dong

Lessons on neighborhood cooperation from a neighborhood torn apart.

A Lesson for the Left

By Andrea Orr

Study finds right-wing philanthropy gets more results.

No Strings Attached

By Rosanne Siino

Nonprofits not muzzled by government money.

15 Minutes with Cheryl Phillips

By SSIR editor

Interview with Seattle Times journalist Cheryl Phillips.

Making Change

By Mayer N. Zald

Why does the social sector need social movements?

Color Blind

By Abe Nachbaur

Do students learn better from teachers of their own ethnicity?

Government

The Problem with Bowling Alone

By Vinay Jain

Respect, local community involvement, and identity politics.

Debunking Empowerment

By Kari Lyderson

Contrary to common belief, giving people living in public housing a sense of 'empowerment' has little to do with whether they are then involved in activities to improve their community.