The American Prospect is a magazine about politics, culture, and policy in the United States. It talks about the current events happening in America, like who is running for president and what important decisions the government is making. It also gives readers an idea of what's happening in their communities, like what local businesses are up-and-coming or what neighborhoods are improving. It also helps people understand how they can make a difference in the decisions their government makes, and the magazine often gives readers ideas of how they can get involved with politics and policy-making.