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New Report on Civic Measurement Launched by Citizens & Scholars

It turns out that measurement may be the unifying force that helps us chart many paths forward towards a shared goal: a vibrant constitutional democracy in which we are all proud to participate.

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New Series: Preamble

In this urgent moment for the nation, we can strengthen democracy—together. In Preamble, Citizens & Scholars president Raj Vinnakota sits down for 15-minute conversations with diverse thought leaders—across traditional divides—on the new ideas shaping a more perfect Union.

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Preparing the next generation of citizens requires bringing back civics

Louise Dubé and Rajiv Vinnakota

Buried in the year-end omnibus spending bill, Congress delivered a significant, new investment in civics education that will help cultivate the next generation of engaged citizens and streng...

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The state of American democracy and civic engagement: My conversation on NPR's Maine Calling

Rajiv Vinnakota

Citizens & Scholars President Rajiv Vinnakota joined hosts Jennifer Rooks and Cindy Han on NPR’s Maine Calling to discuss the role that education can play to counter the erosion of democra...

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Young Voters Showed Up—Now Comes the Hard Part

Rajiv Vinnakota

The future of our democracy depends on Gen Z continuing to develop into civically informed and engaged citizens. We are all responsible for how they participate going forward, and that will ...

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Will Young Adults Show Up At The Polls?

Rajiv Vinnakota

Next week, voters across the country have the opportunity and responsibility to cast their votes in key races for the U.S. Senate and House, and down-ballot races that will determine policie...