Democracy’s (half) Dozen: Christmas movies
Christmas movies might not immediately come to mind when thinking about democracy, but a few films explore themes of community, justice, fairness, and civic responsibility.
Lincolnites seek citywide vote to protect renters
Lincoln For Fair Housing has launched a petition drive to prompt a May citywide vote to end source-of-income housing discrimination.
What? So what? Now what?: 2024 voter turnout
Nearly 40% of eligible U.S. voters in 2024 stayed home, making them the country’s largest single bloc.
Defend democracy – detox digitally.
Real-life interaction is necessary for democracy, which requires healthy engagement, clear thinking, and deep connections.
‘Do young people have a home in democracy?’
Quinn Knispel recently participated the National Student Vote Summit at the University of Maryland.
Gratitude for ‘The Good Life’
Our state is grounded by tradition, lifted by community, and inspired by natural beauty. Let’s take time to appreciate the little things that make life in Nebraska so fulfilling.
Staying grounded in – and for – democracy
In times of strife, it’s easy to dismiss and denigrate one another – leading to more chaos and pain. Here are ways to confront this toxic cycle.
Voter ID confusion draws concerns, reminder from state
Reports to Civic Nebraska’s Voter Helpline and from Civic Nebraska’s volunteer election observers indicated confusion this morning [11.5.24] regarding the state’s new ID mandate at several polling sites. As of […]
Wimes selected to join Smithsonian ‘democracy in dialogue’ exchange
Lena Wimes, Civic Nebraska’s interim director of Youth Civic Leadership, has been selected from applicants nationwide to facilitate a cohort of the Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange Program hosted by the […]
A new feature to navigate election threats
A Citizen’s Guide to Election Threats aims to prepare Nebraskans and Americans to face a range of potential election challenges.
