October 29, 2026
When it comes to the midterm elections, you’ve probably read a lot about which party will control the House and Senate, but Congress is only the tip of the iceberg....
October 29, 2026
As voters weigh this year’s ballots, it’s a good time to consider changes that could improve elections as a tool for democratic decision-making. Many cities and states have made election...
October 27, 2026
A final checklist for local governments that support elections but do not necessarily directly administer them, from Local Policy Lab. Even doing some of the items below will help ensure...
August 31, 2026
When it comes to safeguarding our democratic processes, collaboration is our strongest asset. That is why a group of organizations, including NCL’s Local Policy Lab, has teamed up to launch...
May 29, 2026
One of the strongest indicators of a community with civic muscle for tackling problems is the presence of trust. This is particularly true when it comes to the administration of...
November 8, 2024
The results of this year’s elections remind us that we are a diverse nation, made up of not just red and blue states, but also blue and red dots within...
November 1, 2024
Cities and counties are weathering the storms of the campaign season and this week’s elections, working to encourage voting, assure election integrity and safety, and battle misinformation. Above all, local...
September 25, 2024
There’s no end to the creative ways for supporting democracy and making voting more pleasant, and DJs at the Polls is just one of many recent democracy innovations aiming to...
March 8, 2024
Unlock your civic knowledge for a chance to win a $200 gift card! Join the ActiVote Civics Challenge and test your way to some easy cash! Questions might include: What’s...