In democratic politics, every decision produces winners and losers. Whether through elections, referenda, or public consultations, someone’s preferred policy will lose. The critical question is: Will the losing side accept...
By Eric LaFontaine – Communications Director, Mount Pleasant, SC Mount Pleasant is taking a meaningful step toward honoring one of its historic communities with the creation of the Scanlonville Praise House...
Over the past few months, congressional town halls have run the gamut. Some have drawn thousands of supportive constituents while others have erupted into chaos. In many places, members of...
Four police officers, a dozen youth leaders, and 55 curious neighbors walk into a public library… It’s not the set-up for a lame joke, but for an evening of powerful...
United Against Hate Week October 19 – 25, 2025 A Week to Counter Hate & Promote Safety and Belonging for All Residents United Against Hate Week (UAH Week) is a call for...
Our political system is broken. Americans don’t trust institutions (or each other) and feel that their voices are not being heard. This has been true for a while, and has...
In 2024, the City of Brookings began a thorough review of its City Charter to ensure it remained effective, legally sound, and aligned with the values of its residents. Their...
That’s a wrap! Over the past month, the Center for Democracy Innovation had the privilege of working on the ground in four incredible communities, co-hosting public engagement workshops and piloting...
At a time of intense political and social polarization, many of us are struggling to figure out how to live and work together. Because the challenge feels uniquely difficult, the...
