Topic: Ideas We Should Steal

An option for a security deposit insurance program is helping landlords and tenants fill 400,000 apartments nationwide, including some in Philly. Should it become law here, as it is in Cincinnati?

A New Orleans nonprofit transforms vacant land into playgrounds that teach design thinking. Could the same idea help Philly kids thrive in their own neighborhoods?

Atlanta nonprofit Soccer in the Streets combines soccer and public transit to bring the sport to neighborhoods that don’t always get to play. Could Philly do something similar?

Philly is facing a hunger crisis. An idea from three North Carolina moms could offer a solution we can all take part in

A new Massachusetts law mandates experiential civics learning in school. It’s one way to ensure a better democracy in our children’s future

Connecticut’s Child FIRST program sends therapists into homes to help families address crippling mental health needs. Could it help the poorest Philadelphians get ahead?

Listen or watch Accountability Lab's Cheri-Leigh Erasmus idea for helping developing countries turn honest public officials into celebrities. Vote to bring it here

Listen or watch Bartram's High School students on using the power of art to raise awareness about the schools to prison pipeline. Then vote for their idea

Listen or watch MSNBC's Ali Velshi, Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes and author Anand Giridharadas talk about leveling the economic playing field. Then vote for their idea

Listen or watch Ascend Charter Schools' Steven Wilson talk about the place of joy in education. Then vote for his idea