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.” 
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    a fact-checking website that rates the accuracy of political claims. 
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    a resource about the ten types of misleading news. 
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    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.

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.?