It’s not ‘just’ a primary: 3 reasons why your vote matters

While general elections do tend to get a lion’s share of the attention, voting in our primaries is equally, if not more, important.
Fixing democracy, one step at a time

82-year-old Vermonter Rick Hubbard and his team are making their way across the country, one step at a time.
Nominate a Nebraskan for a Strengthening Democracy Award

On June 27, Civic Nebraska will honor five Nebraskans whose acts help to build a more modern and robust democracy. Through May 17, we’re accepting nominations from the public in five categories of democracy-building.
Voting rights info headed to Nebraska’s county jails

The right to vote is fundamental. We and our partners are dedicated to providing clarity and ensuring that justice-impacted individuals understand and can exercise their right to vote.
Civic health in the wake of disaster

The moment the skies cleared Friday, Nebraskans got to work – and in doing so, embodied our state’s strong civic health.
Voting rights restored! LB20 passes into law

Following the passage of LB20, which removes the extra two-year waiting period for Nebraskans who have completed a felony sentence to vote, Nebraska’s Voting Rights Restoration Coalition issued the following statement.
Democracy begins in discussion

It’s National Week of Conversation in the United States. So let’s get to it.
Be a poll worker on Election Day

Several Nebraska counties are still seeking election workers to staff their polling places.
An antidote for horse-race election coverage

What if elections – and coverage of elections – mirrored the familiar process of hiring or being hired for a job?
Celebrating ‘The Sister Project’ with Aliyah American Horse

Students from Lincoln High, Lincoln Northeast, Gordon-Rushville, and Red Cloud Indian School entered poetry or art inspired by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women movement.