Civic Engagement
Can the U.S. Save Democracy Through Civics?
A new poll shows that America's polarization problem is only getting worse.
Church Attendance and the Decline of Civic Spaces
With fewer Americans identifying as religious, communities are losing a valuable third space for connecting people socially and civically.
Cultivating Civic Ownership Among Younger Citizens
There is a large need for putting young people at the helm of addressing some of our country’s most pressing problems.
Puerto Rico as a Blueprint for Voter Engagement
Extraordinary efforts to bolster access to voting and participation in civic life have led to a high level of political engagement in Puerto Rico.
Robert Putnam Is Wrong About Social Capital
Too much social capital—not too little—is driving a wedge of income inequality between Americans.