America’s backbone is crumbling. Our schools, our transportation systems, even our water pipes are creaking and worn out. We must deal with this crisis now – and do it in a way that helps all people thrive in communities of true opportunity.

That is why PolicyLink is pleased to announce the creation of the “PolicyLink Center for Infrastructure Equity” to advocate for fair and inclusive public policies and provide community and grassroots leaders, advocates, and public officials with the tools, training, and consultation needed to ensure that public investments in infrastructure create economic opportunity and health in all communities.

The center was officially launched during the opening plenary session at this month’s Regional Equity ‘08 Summit in New Orleans. Rep. Keith Ellison (D-MN), whose Minneapolis district includes the I-35 W Bridge that collapsed in August, helped unveil the center with the video introduction below: