Jonathan Cox believes that equity is not optional but fundamental to America’s future.

As vice president of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Center for Policy Analysis and Research and lead author of “ Forward Together: The Black Policy Playbook for an Equitable America ,” Cox helped craft a detailed road map to remove systemic barriers and build opportunity for Black communities.

The CBCF has released the playbook ahead of its Sept. 24-28 Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) in Washington, D.C. The document outlines strategies to close racial gaps in wealth, health, education, and justice, while also protecting democracy itself.

The Playbook centers on seven key policy areas toward equity: voting rights and civic engagement; economic opportunity and advancement; wo

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