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New research reveals a simple way to boost civic engagement: help people fall in love with their hometown. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local democracy.
George Washington University is launching a student competition that rewards creative solutions to strengthen American democracy. Students from any major can pitch ideas to tackle real challenges like voter disillusionment and declining local news.
Thousands of international residents in the Netherlands will vote for the first time on March 18 in local elections. EU citizens and non-EU nationals with five years of residency can help choose their community leaders.
Every dollar spent at a small business does triple duty—employing neighbors, supporting local charities, and funding community projects. With 36 million small businesses now employing 60 million Americans, shopping local has never mattered more.
While national politics feels hopelessly divided, a new survey reveals local governments are thriving on cooperation and compromise. The secret? Face-to-face relationships and concrete problems that demand practical solutions.
Thousands of Ebonyi State residents turned out for peaceful local government elections that officials say demonstrate Nigeria's growing democratic strength. Voters across multiple communities cast ballots without violence or disruption.
A soft-spoken economist turned Botswana from one of the world's poorest nations into Africa's most resilient democracy and economy. His secret was turning diamonds into lasting prosperity for his people.
A Nigerian democracy watchdog celebrates 16 years of getting citizens involved in government, with big plans for the 2027 elections. Their work has already brought clean water to communities and connected thousands of young Nigerians with their elected leaders.
In a rare public exchange, Nigeria's president and Catholic bishops demonstrated healthy democratic disagreement over economic reforms and governance. The respectful debate shows Nigerian democracy maturing as leaders discuss how to translate economic gains into better lives for citizens.
After two decades, Palestinians in Gaza finally got the chance to cast ballots in local elections on Saturday. The historic vote marks a small but significant step toward civic participation for people living through devastating conditions.
The Palestinian West Bank is experiencing a cheerful, festive mood as residents participate in local elections organized by the Palestinian Authority. The democratic exercise brings a sense of hope and normalcy to the region.
While many sense our institutions are changing, new voices argue democracy isn't dying—it's evolving. A global conversation about renewal is replacing narratives of decline.
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel delivered a passionate call to action, urging citizens to be brave and fight for democratic values. Her message emphasizes that democracy is "a wonderful way to live" worth defending.
A family-run abattoir in Australia's Northern Territory is celebrating a decade of success by proving what many thought impossible: that local tropical cattle produce beef just as delicious as their southern cousins. Eva Valley Meats now processes 20 animals weekly and has sparked a movement bringing Territory beef back to local menus.
MIT economist Daron Acemoglu's new book reveals how rebuilding working-class prosperity could strengthen democracy worldwide. His research shows that when manufacturing thrived and created good jobs, democratic participation flourished alongside it.
In a surprising turn, 62% of millionaires now admit that extreme wealth poses a real threat to democracy. Even the wealthy are calling for higher taxes on the ultra-rich to protect fairness and opportunity for everyone.
A leading democracy organization just unveiled an ambitious five-year plan to reverse military coups and strengthen people's voices across West Africa. The strategy tackles everything from food crises affecting 44 million people to rebuilding trust in elections.
A new approach to education treats every classroom moment as practice for democratic life. From science experiments to playground rules, teachers are helping students build the skills democracy needs to thrive.
After 120 years of violent regime changes, Ethiopia is pioneering a new path to lasting democracy through regular elections instead of armed struggle. This peaceful approach could finally deliver the stable government and peace Ethiopians have sought for generations.
Armenia just chose hope over fear, with voters backing Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's vision of democracy and European partnership in a historic election. The win signals a small nation's bold pivot toward the West despite pressure from its former Soviet master.
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