#civic-engagement

#civic-engagement

The Turtle Island Monument Fountain was originally designed in 1992 to feature a bronze snapping turtle representing Native Peoples across the Americas, but plans have been abandoned due to conflicts over credit and respect.

In today's America, people leave their jobs because their boss hangs the wrong flag in the office. Long-standing friendships end because a vote was cast for that other guy.

"Everyone ought to read all this in high school." A student expressed frustration over students not being exposed to critical historical texts and principles that inform governance.

David Gergen, who served as a presidential adviser to four presidents of both parties, has died at 83 from Lewy body dementia, a brain disease causing Parkinson's-like symptoms.

"Across the board, our research showed that government actions to defund scientific work and conduct massive layoffs in science and health agencies are not being met with strong public support."

Despite the extreme heat, New Yorkers showed impressive turnout for the 2025 primary elections, proving the city's dedication to civic participation under challenging conditions.

"June 14th is also the U.S. Army's birthday—a day that marks when Americans first organized to stand up to a king. Trump isn't honoring that legacy. He's hijacking it to celebrate himself."

The 'No Kings' mobilization is a direct response to Donald Trump's self-aggrandizing $100 million military parade and birthday celebration, an event funded by taxpayers while millions are told there's no money for Social Security, SNAP, Medicaid, or public schools.

"Once unofficially dubbed The Mayor of Primrose Hill, many of us will feel we have indeed lost our Mayor. There was no one quite like Phil to defend the values of our community."

The Bath House stands as a living model of what's possible when local people are empowered to lead: a self-sustaining civic hub generating not just public benefit, but deep social wealth.

Seeing how loved and impactful Taylor was in his community, Buckley found some inspiration.

"The city is founded on bedrock," curator Marie-Anne McQuay explains, highlighting Liverpool's sandstone geology, which influences its architecture and historical significance.

What we're seeing right now is the government stepping over the line of what is permitted, and that is definitely creating a chilling effect.

The executive order will restrict New York Public Radio from using CPB funding to purchase programming or services from NPR, which could severely impact local news.

‘People don't trust politicians. People don't trust the House of Lords. But we do trust each other to make fair decisions. That's why replacing the House of Lords with a permanent rolling citizens' assembly appeals to Reform, Labour, Lib Dem and Conservative voters alike.’

Despite being a significant economic force, nonprofits maintain a weak position in political advocacy, limiting their potential for meaningful social change, particularly as we approach the 2024 election.

The 2016 election prompted some to joke about leaving the U.S. if Trump won, but most stayed put and fought back against his policies.

Esto No Tiene Nombre features powerful oral histories, showcasing the experiences and resilience of Latina lesbian elders, celebrating their contributions and visibility in the community.

Students are literally demonstrating what the ancient Greeks taught us about democracy, civic duty and engagement.

"Judge Griffin's Protests seek retroactive disenfranchisement of these voters, and more than 60,000 like them, based on legal theories that have been rejected by both federal and state courts."

The shift in educational architecture in the Middle East reflects a deeper commitment to civic engagement, where universities act not only as learning spaces but as vital cultural hubs.

San José Spotlight joins the Washington Bureau Initiative to enhance nonprofit reporting from D.C. for local Silicon Valley audiences, emphasizing civic engagement.

The Windale Hub serves as a pivotal community infrastructure, blending various functions to enhance local cultural richness and biodiversity while revitalizing the commercial center.

According to Duisburg election official Martin Murrack, the north of the city has historically had low voter turnout. In the 2021 federal election, for example, only 63.3% of voters in the Duisburg II constituency turned up to vote, compared to a national average of 76.6%.