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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
October 28, 2022
A new report, Civic Engagement in American Climate Policy: Collaborative Models, makes the case for ambitious policy that builds upon the best models of engagement across multiple fields of innovation and...
October 28, 2022
The National Civic League is excited to be participating in GFOA’s Rethinking Public Engagement Summit, which runs November 7-10, completely online. This summit brings together local government officials, civic technologists,...