Industrial Policy Projects Boosted Harris and Hurt Trump in the 2024 Election, but Not by Much ReportMarch 3, 2025 Industrial Policy Projects Boosted Harris and Hurt Trump in the 2024 Election, but Not by Much A county-by-county analysis finds that additional IIJA, CHIPS and Science Act, and IRA investments were associated with higher vote share for Kamala Harris compared with Joe Biden and a lower vote share in 2024 for Trump compared with 2020—but the differences are slight. Mar 3, 2025 the Center for American Progress Aurelia Glass, David Madland
4 Lessons on Creating Good Manufacturing Jobs Through the Biden-Harris Administration’s Industrial Investments In the NewsOctober 7, 2024 4 Lessons on Creating Good Manufacturing Jobs Through the Biden-Harris Administration’s Industrial Investments The Biden-Harris administration's industrial investments from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, CHIPS and Science Act, and Inflation Reduction Act are creating U.S. manufacturing jobs and often result in high-quality union jobs, but policymakers can go further to uphold job quality on projects that receive federal investments. Oct 7, 2024 the Center for American Progress Aurelia Glass, Karla Walter
Viewpoint: Lansing’s growth momentum spurred by federal, state investments Personal StoryJune 29, 2024 Viewpoint: Lansing’s growth momentum spurred by federal, state investments Mayor Andy Schor (D) of Lansing, Michigan, writes about how federal investments are positively affecting citizens in his community, from the creation of new union jobs to the expansion of infrastructure for clean energy and electric vehicles. Jun 29, 2024 the Lansing State Journal Andy Schor
Investing in infrastructure helps everybody Personal StoryMay 22, 2024 Investing in infrastructure helps everybody Cristian Cespedes, a union member from Las Vegas, shares how federal infrastructure investments and regulations help create jobs and drive up wages for both union and nonunion workers alike. May 22, 2024 The Las Vegas Sun News Cristian Cespedes
Opinion: Wisconsin’s workforce is experiencing a rebirth that will ensure a brighter future Personal StoryMay 16, 2024 Opinion: Wisconsin’s workforce is experiencing a rebirth that will ensure a brighter future Bridget Glover, a union worker from Wisconsin, shares how the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is creating sustainable career opportunities and opening doors for new workers in the trades. May 16, 2024 UpNorthNews Bridget Glover
Putting People First: Prioritizing Workers in the Economy of the Future Past EventMarch 14, 2024 Putting People First: Prioritizing Workers in the Economy of the Future A conversation with Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). Center for American Progress Action Fund Mar 20, 2024
5 Reasons Automakers Must Provide Good Jobs and Lower Vehicle Emissions ArticleSeptember 12, 2023 5 Reasons Automakers Must Provide Good Jobs and Lower Vehicle Emissions In the face of demands for better jobs and stronger health protections, some automakers claim they can’t improve job quality and lower vehicle emissions—but they have the resources to support middle-class-led economic growth and clean up their vehicle fleets. Sep 12, 2023 the Center for American Progress Leo Banks, Karla Walter, Anona Neal
Op-Ed: Rural Homes Like Mine Could Soon Get High-Speed Internet Thanks to Biden Administration In the NewsJuly 6, 2023 Op-Ed: Rural Homes Like Mine Could Soon Get High-Speed Internet Thanks to Biden Administration Rural North Carolina resident Sally Weldon shares how investments from the Biden administration to expand broadband will bring her home 21st-century infrastructure. Jul 6, 2023 Cardinal & Pine Sally Weldon
Op-Ed: I’m Optimistic About the Government’s Agenda for the First Time in Decades In the NewsJune 28, 2023 Op-Ed: I’m Optimistic About the Government’s Agenda for the First Time in Decades Southwest Detroit resident and activist Raquel Garcia describes how environmental concerns in her community have been ignored by the government. But the Biden administration’s commitment to addressing environmental justice gives her hope that progress is finally happening. Jun 28, 2023 The 'Gander Raquel Garcia
Public and Private Investments Are Poised To Transform Michigan ReportJune 15, 2023 Public and Private Investments Are Poised To Transform Michigan The historic home of the automotive industry, Michigan, stands to benefit from major infrastructure improvements and new plants for manufacturing electric vehicle batteries, especially if it incorporates public input and builds worker power to grow the middle class. Jun 15, 2023 the Center for American Progress David Ballard, Lily Roberts, Marina Zhavoronkova, 4 More Kevin DeGood, Emily Gee, Jessica Vela, Karla Walter
Op-Ed: Rail Becomes Reality With Biden’s Infrastructure Investments In the NewsJune 8, 2023 Op-Ed: Rail Becomes Reality With Biden’s Infrastructure Investments Vice chair of the Raleigh, North Carolina, transit authority, Nathan Spencer, writes about the critical need to expand public transportation to meet the needs of the rapidly growing population. Thankfully, the Biden administration’s infrastructure law dedicated billions to creating a passenger rail that will better connect the region to other major cities. Jun 8, 2023 Cardinal & Pine Nathan Spencer
Intel putting the beat back in Ohio’s heart, restoring hope to young job seekers In the NewsJune 6, 2023 Intel putting the beat back in Ohio’s heart, restoring hope to young job seekers Recent electrical engineering graduate, Maddix Curtis, describes how the Biden administration is bringing manufacturing jobs back to Ohio. With investments in infrastructure and clean energy, recent graduates are seeing more opportunities for high-paying jobs. Jun 6, 2023 The Columbus Dispatch Maddix Curtis
Op-Ed: The Infrastructure Law Proves Government Still Works In the NewsMay 4, 2023 Op-Ed: The Infrastructure Law Proves Government Still Works Tyrrell County Commissioner Nathan “Tommy” Everett describes how an aging bridge threatens the economic growth and safety of the community. After a historic investment from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the bridge will soon be replaced, ensuring the community remains safe and connected. May 4, 2023 Cardinal & Pine Nathan Everett
Op-Ed: Boosting Business in Kalamazoo Starts With Fixing Our Roads Personal StoryMay 2, 2023 Op-Ed: Boosting Business in Kalamazoo Starts With Fixing Our Roads Local business owner Kim Guess writes about how infrastructure in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, impedes economic activity and decreases safety. Guess describes how an infrastructure project to slow the roads will help local businesses and promote community. May 2, 2023 The 'Gander Kim Guess
Opinion: Federal investments like Brent Spence Bridge will spur local workforce In the NewsApril 24, 2023 Opinion: Federal investments like Brent Spence Bridge will spur local workforce Tri-State Building and Construction Trades Council business manager John Holbrook says it’s never been a more promising time for the field than today. Investments in updating critical infrastructure such as the Brent Spence Bridge brings thousands of good-paying jobs to a region that has been ignored for decades. Apr 24, 2023 Cincinnati Enquirer John Holbrook
Government can actually work, just ask Maysville In the NewsApril 3, 2023 Government can actually work, just ask Maysville Maysville, North Carolina, Town Manager Schumata Brown writes about how PFAS contamination has affected his rural community for years. With funding from the infrastructure law, the Biden administration is delivering much-needed funding for water infrastructure to rural communities. Apr 3, 2023 the New Bern Sun Journal Schumata Brown
Telework is finally reaching rural America thanks to Biden’s investments in broadband In the NewsMarch 29, 2023 Telework is finally reaching rural America thanks to Biden’s investments in broadband Rural Pennsylvania resident Rachael Grinnell experienced disruptions to work due to a lack of access to affordable and reliable internet. She discusses her excitement for federal investments to expand high-speed, reliable internet to connect her rural community. Mar 29, 2023 The Pennsylvania Capital-Star Rachael Grinnell
5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization ArticleMarch 20, 2023 5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization The reauthorization of Federal Aviation Administration programs should provide dedicated funding for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from airplanes and airports, an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge, and decent wages and benefits for airport service workers. Mar 20, 2023 the Center for American Progress Kevin DeGood, Karla Walter
Biden’s Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Are Creating Jobs, Strengthening the Economy, and Improving Air Travel ArticleMarch 9, 2023 Biden’s Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Are Creating Jobs, Strengthening the Economy, and Improving Air Travel Upgrades to U.S. airport infrastructure through the bipartisan infrastructure law are creating jobs, growing local economies, and improving traveler experience. Mar 9, 2023
Year 2 of the American Rescue Plan: Stories of Historic Recovery Personal StoryMarch 6, 2023 Year 2 of the American Rescue Plan: Stories of Historic Recovery On the second anniversary of the American Rescue Plan, Americans share how the legislation has affected their lives and communities. Mar 6, 2023
Rural North Carolina Communities Connect to 21st Century Infrastructure Personal StoryMarch 6, 2023 Rural North Carolina Communities Connect to 21st Century Infrastructure A rural North Carolina community received a grant from the American Rescue Plan to extend high-speed internet to its residents. Mar 6, 2023
Border City Receives American Rescue Plan Funding To Construct Commercial Port Personal StoryMarch 6, 2023 Border City Receives American Rescue Plan Funding To Construct Commercial Port An Arizona county official describes the economic benefit of using American Rescue Plan funds to construct a commercial port at the U.S.-Mexico border. Mar 6, 2023
Biden’s Policies Are Cutting Americans’ Internet Expenses and Boosting Broadband Access ArticleFebruary 23, 2023 Biden’s Policies Are Cutting Americans’ Internet Expenses and Boosting Broadband Access New laws are laying the groundwork to connect all Americans to affordable high-speed broadband. Feb 23, 2023
How historic infrastructure investments can benefit women workers In the NewsFebruary 21, 2023 How historic infrastructure investments can benefit women workers Karla Walter partnered with Sharita Gruberg to break down the potential long-lasting benefits for women in manufacturing due to President Joe Biden’s historic economic legislation. Feb 21, 2023 The Hill Sharita Gruberg, Karla Walter
Investments in infrastructure and manufacturing are driving a revival in Ohio’s trades In the NewsFebruary 17, 2023 Investments in infrastructure and manufacturing are driving a revival in Ohio’s trades Mike Knisley, the executive secretary-treasurer of the Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council, describes how the Biden administration’s economic investments are boosting Ohio’s economy and expanding opportunities in the state’s building trades. Feb 17, 2023 Cleveland.com Mike Knisley
Biden’s economic agenda in action at Douglas port In the NewsFebruary 17, 2023 Biden’s economic agenda in action at Douglas port In an op-ed, Cochise County Commissioner Ann English describes the need for a second port of entry to increase trade and protect community safety. The new commercial port project is now underway thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan and the Biden administration’s investments in infrastructure. Feb 17, 2023 the Arizona Daily Star Ann English
Biden’s infrastructure and inflation reduction laws are transforming the boilermaker trade In the NewsFebruary 16, 2023 Biden’s infrastructure and inflation reduction laws are transforming the boilermaker trade In an op-ed, Boilermakers Local 627 Business Manager Jacob Evenson discusses how his industry has experienced a downturn in recent decades. However, with new projects funded by the Biden administration, Evenson is more hopeful than ever for the future of the Boilermakers. Feb 16, 2023 the Arizona Mirror Jacob Evenson
Biden’s State of the Union—and the stories people from across the country are telling us—make the case for economic optimism In the NewsFebruary 10, 2023 Biden’s State of the Union—and the stories people from across the country are telling us—make the case for economic optimism In an op-ed, Sage Warner writes that while some Americans are unaware of President Joe Biden’s agenda now, people across demographics will feel the benefits as policies are implemented in the coming years. The stories we hear at this point already signal that far-reaching impact. Feb 10, 2023 Fortune Sage Warner
Biden’s infrastructure bill helps prevent parents from losing children to car wrecks In the NewsFebruary 5, 2023 Biden’s infrastructure bill helps prevent parents from losing children to car wrecks Four years after her son was killed by a speeding car, Nevada mother Suzan Smith describes how essential infrastructure investments are to protect the safety of pedestrians. She celebrates the road safety projects from the Biden administration’s infrastructure investments. Feb 5, 2023 the Las Vegas Sun Suzan Smith
The Biden Administration’s First 2 Years: Stories of Americans Who Benefit From a Government Invested in Their Future Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 The Biden Administration’s First 2 Years: Stories of Americans Who Benefit From a Government Invested in Their Future This collection features stories from Americans across the country whose lives and communities have benefited from the legislative and executive actions passed under the Biden administration. Dec 12, 2022
Milwaukee Mother Is Grateful for Federal Action To Address Lead Poisoning In Her Community Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 Milwaukee Mother Is Grateful for Federal Action To Address Lead Poisoning In Her Community A woman whose young son contracted lead poisoning sees her community benefit from lead removal funds in the bipartisan infrastructure law. Dec 12, 2022
New Hampshire Community Seeks Federal Relief for Polluted Drinking Water Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 New Hampshire Community Seeks Federal Relief for Polluted Drinking Water A New Hampshire resident thanks Congress for allocating millions to remedy contaminated water in her community. Dec 12, 2022
Georgia Disability Advocate Hopes for Public Transportation Investments in Rural Georgia Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 Georgia Disability Advocate Hopes for Public Transportation Investments in Rural Georgia Rural Georgian with disabilities discusses the importance of expanding public transportation for the disability community. Dec 12, 2022
School Psychologist Sees Positive Impact of Broadband Investments in Her Community Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 School Psychologist Sees Positive Impact of Broadband Investments in Her Community A Pennsylvania mother looks forward to improved internet access thanks to broadband funding in the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act. Dec 12, 2022
Indigenous Chickasaw Family Receives Internet Discount From the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Personal StoryDecember 12, 2022 Indigenous Chickasaw Family Receives Internet Discount From the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act delivers discounted internet for an Oklahoma Indigenous family living on Tribal lands. Dec 12, 2022
How Biden’s American-Style Industrial Policy Will Create Quality Jobs ArticleOctober 27, 2022 How Biden’s American-Style Industrial Policy Will Create Quality Jobs The Inflation Reduction Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act are key pillars of a transformative industrial policy platform. Oct 27, 2022 the Center for American Progress Aurelia Glass, Karla Walter
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy IssueNovember 1, 2021 Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All IssueNovember 1, 2021 Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.
Advancing Racial Equity and Justice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Advancing Racial Equity and Justice We apply a racial equity lens in developing and advancing policies that aim to root out entrenched systemic racism to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive.