Category: Selected News
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I-CSAC’s 20 recommendations to the Census Bureau
Last week, the Independent Census Scientific Advisory Committee (I-CSAC) held its fall meeting and came out with 20 recommendations to the Census Bureau. I-CSAC…
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What this week’s census news means — and why it matters
This week, the White House announced proposed changes to how the U.S. government produces census results — changes that could affect the population counts…
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Introducing the ACP Youth Track
The American Conversation Project (ACP) is a national effort to get people talking — and listening — in their communities. As we continue to…
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Participate in our social capital and civic health research project
Someone recently described themselves as “Putnam-pilled.”* Never had a meme resonated with me more. I am definitely Putnam-pilled. Why? Maybe because this child of…
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Join a growing network of local organizations strengthening civic connection
Trusted local organizations are essential to helping communities engage in community conversation and civic participation. That’s why we’re thrilled and honored to announce that…
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Why my family started a tradition of reading the Declaration
As July 4 approaches, I’ve been thinking about a tradition my community started last year. In our town square, volunteers lined up, one by…
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The small actions the NCoC team is taking to build stronger communities
At the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC), one truth continues to emerge again and again through both research and lived experience: the ways we…
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A new national effort to rebuild the civic muscle of listening
The United States turns 250 this summer. At a moment when many Americans feel disconnected from one another, that milestone invites important questions: What…
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New Ohio Report Shows Community Engagement is Essential to Economic and Community Health
Decades of research has shown that the strength of our communities depends on participation, connection, belonging, trust, and the ways we show up for…
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New Data on Louisiana’s Economy, Environment, and Health
Over the past decade, Louisiana has experienced significant industrial investment alongside persistent challenges for workers, communities, and public health. A new report from The…