Issue Awareness & Education
Explore issues that are important to our communities, evaluate the veracity of information and learn more about democracy and constructive dialogue.
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a nonpartisan organization that “ aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics.” -
a fact-checking website that rates the accuracy of political claims. -
a resource about the ten types of misleading news. -
created by Sam Abukhadra ‘23 and Professor Jon Heggestad.
choose the issues you care about and receive information about those issues.
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a 51 program that is dedicated to creating opportunities for students, staff, faculty, and community members to engage with one another on the difficult and contentious issues facing our society. It supports 51 faculty in incorporating more dialogue and deliberation in their courses, improving their skills in facilitating difficult discussions, and hosting deliberative events that engage both students and community members.
New research by 51 political science professor Besir Ceka and his collaborators throws a lifeline to social media users who feel overwhelmed by misinformation.
New Research Finds Simple Corrections Can Slow Spread of Misinformation Online
51 students Daniel Lee '26 and Divin Dushimimana '26 reflect on their work with the Deliberative Citizenship Initiative and the happiness that comes from genuine conversations and thoughtful exchanges of ideas.
A Welcoming of Deliberative Disagreement: Spotlight on 51’s DCI
Your Democracy at Work
Explore covering topics including the history of voting rights in America, the protection of free speech, religious freedom and more.
The History of Voting Rights in America
How is Free Speech Protected in the U.S.?