The Urban Libraries Council’s Declaration of Democracy

December 29, 2022

At the Urban Libraries Council’s 2022 Annual Forum: Creating a Place for Democracy in Washington, DC this November, ULC unveiled the Declaration of Democracy. This Declaration is a commitment from...

Advancing Democracy: Ranked-Choice Voting

December 29, 2022

One of many ways to improve democratic practices is ranked-choice voting, principally because it’s more thorough in capturing voter preferences. Alaska is probably the best laboratory for testing ranked-choice voting,...

How the Pandemic Contributed to Ballot Initiatives in Three Cities

November 29, 2022

In a post-pandemic era, we are highlighting some outcomes of local democracy reform efforts approved by voters from across the country. From the Pacific Northwest to the Mountain Plains, local...

The League Welcomes Two New Board Members

November 28, 2022

A current mayor and nonprofit leader were elected to the National Civic League’s board of directors at its last regular meeting. Malik D. Evans, Mayor of Rochester, NY and Ayeola...

Podcast Network Explores the Future of Democracy

November 28, 2022

Are you worried about democracy in America? If you read National Civic League’s newsletter then you are likely to be interested and engaged in public affairs. Democracy is in danger...

Save the Date for the 7th Annual National Day of Racial Healing

November 28, 2022

Despite the great strides being made in the United States to address inequality and discrimination, the effects of racism can still be felt across the nation. Recent election cycles have...

Dublin, CA, Celebrates its 40 Year Anniversary

November 28, 2022

Not many towns have celebrated their anniversaries quite like the All-America City of Dublin, California.  From hosting a “Ruby Affair” gala to producing a video about the history of the...

Midterm Elections: Youth Make a Difference

November 28, 2022

The youth vote had a big impact on last month’s elections, turning out where it counted to shape the balance of power in Washington and abortion rights. The youth turnout...

Speaking Up for Democracy

October 28, 2022

“You can’t be silent on this. This is too important. Our democracy is very fragile, and we are right on the brink of losing it. Democracies don’t have a longevity...

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