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The Commonwealth Institute: Advancing racial and economic justice in Virginia through public policy designed in partnership and shaped by research.
77% of us agree that Congress should renew the Premium Tax Credit enhancements before they expire this year. It's a no-brainer.

The credit boost helps over 20 million of us cover high medical costs and get the care we need. So why hasn't Congress renewed it already?
#HealthCare
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
It's #FactCheckFriday at TCI, and it seems everyone's involved, including the #PetsOfTCI.

Credibility _is_ the cat's meow.

We know it's rough for many people right now, so Simba hopes he brought you some joy today.
October 24, 2025 at 8:18 PM
¡Buenas noticias! 🎉

@senatorhashmi.bsky.social una líder poderosa en educación pública y equidad en Virginia, será la oradora principal de la Cumbre de Políticas 2025 de TCI el 10 de noviembre.

¡Regístrate antes del 12 de octubre y ahorra $25! bit.ly/tci-summit25
October 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Exciting news! 🎉

@senatorhashmi.bsky.social — a leading voice for education & equity in Virginia — will keynote TCI’s 2025 Policy Summit on Nov. 10.

Register by Oct. 12 & save $25! bit.ly/tci-summit25
October 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Join us on Wednesday. Register today.

Únase a nosotros el miércoles. Regístrese hoy.

bit.ly/tci-fed-impacts
October 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
El futuro de Virginia está en nuestras manos.

Únete a la #TCISummit2025 el 10 de noviembre en Richmond — un día para conectarnos, aprender y crear soluciones.

🎟️ Regístrate antes del 12 de octubre y ahorra $25 o elige “paga lo que puedas”. bit.ly/tci-summit25
October 6, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Virginia’s future is in our hands.

Join us for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit on Nov. 10 in Richmond — a day to connect, learn & shape bold solutions for our communities. #TCISummit2025

🎟️ Register by Oct. 12 to save $25 or “pay what you can.” bit.ly/tci-summit25
October 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
You could play a critical role in centering impacted communities in our work and making the work more accessible to a wide variety of audiences.

Get the details: bit.ly/tci-careers
September 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Today's the last day to sign up for Collective Power!

Get your tickets: bit.ly/tci-resilience

It's the night out you've been looking for: Good food, craft cocktails, the insights of Del. @kathykltran.bsky.social and more, all to the backdrop of live Blues courtesy of Mojo Parker.
September 19, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Join TCI, @dcfpi.bsky.social, @mdeconomy.bsky.social, and Immigration Research Initiative to discuss the wide-ranging harm of mass deportation.

We’ll highlight how these policies harm families, threaten our economy & disrupt communities in the DMV.

Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 15, 2025 at 8:20 PM
As we approach #LaborDay, we have a new report on why #VAleg should expand collective bargaining rights to improve public services we all rely on, from our classrooms to our health departments. You can see the full report here: https://bit.ly/VA_CB
August 28, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Tickets are live! Join us at the Virginia Justice Conference Sept 11–12 in Richmond + Awards & Sneaker Ball Sept 20!
✅ Panels, strategy sessions
✅ Resource fair & expungement clinic
✅ Community & advocacy
Hear from @TCI staff Amy Wentz & Kami Blatt!
https://bit.ly/VAJC25
#VALeg #VAJusticeConference
August 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Join @fundourschoolsva.bsky.social for a virtual town hall on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 7pm to learn more about state and federal school funding policy.

Plus, share your perspective on public school funding issues! RSVP here to receive the Zoom link: bit.ly/FOSVirtual

#FundOurSchools
August 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
We're proud to join @fairshareamerica.bsky.social on their national bus tour to spread the word about the harm that the OBBB will have on #Virginia families.

We hope to see you this Sunday!

Register here: actionnetwork.org/events/the-s...
August 1, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Have you taken time for yourself lately?

Twice a year, Team TCI takes a collective break to rest and recharge. We’ll be out of the office for a week and return on Monday, July 7.

#RestIsResistance
June 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Immigrants, with & w/out documentation, play vital roles in our communities & economy

Our new report (bit.ly/at-risk-virginia) highlights the harm that removing community members en masse can have on our economy & key Virginia industries

Thanks to Immigration Research Initiative for collaborating!
June 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
TCI's @ashckenneth.bsky.social joined Rep. @mcclellan.house.gov, @protectourcare.org & others to discuss the latest proposal that'll take #HealthCare away from many in Virginia.

Our fight won't end here. We'll do everything we can to stop the attack on people’s health & well-being. #ProtectMedicaid
May 15, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Need more good news?!

The final #VaBudget includes two key #VaLeg choices to #FundOurSchools:

1. Covering the state share of an additional 4,725 support staff to help students succeed in class
2. Additional $ specific to helping students with special needs overcome barriers — a 1st for Virginia!
May 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Need some good news?

#VaLeg's choice to improve Virginia's refundable #EITC was included in the final #VaBudget!

A married couple with two children and a $30,000 income, for example, will get over $1,000 back at tax time next year — $300+ more than this year.
May 3, 2025 at 6:59 PM
TCI is looking for a (paid!) Summer Research Intern to conduct substantive work on public policy issues.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference and exercise your data skills.

Details and how to apply: bit.ly/tci-careers
April 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Fed proposals to cut #Medicaid threaten the #HealthCare of 2 million people in Virginia and could especially harm rural areas & people enrolled in expansion.

Our latest analysis shows how many veterans in #Virginia could be facing this same threat.

Details: bit.ly/threat-to-health-care
April 17, 2025 at 2:09 PM
On this #TaxDay, imagine the kind of #Virginia we could live in if...

✅ The wealthiest paid their #FairShare
✅ Our tax code provided greater economic support to those who need it most
✅ We had the resources to fully #FundOurSchools & more

#ProudToPayVa
April 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Advancing racial and economic justice in Virginia requires a variety of skills and strengths.

Is supporting people in a fast-paced environment one of yours?

Apply today! bit.ly/tci-careers
March 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Get the latest federal update & #Virginia data.

Plus, learn how some of Virginia's Congress members are responding: bit.ly/va-federal-update3-7

Want future updates straight to your inbox? Sign up here: bit.ly/tci-sign-up

#ProtectMedicaid & #SNAP
#TrumpTaxCuts
March 7, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Gov. Youngkin’s Executive Order 47, deputizing #Virginia State Police/DOC to enforce federal #immigration law, will:

❌reduce community safety by diverting resources & eroding trust in law enforcement,
❌lead to more unreported crimes, &
❌likely exploitation of immigrant communities.🧵
March 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM