Civic Engagement

(No unsolicited proposals)

Progressive public policy change requires a citizenry that is not only fully informed, but motivated and mobilized to participate in the democratic processes by which their policy-making leaders are selected. Public cynicism about government serving the interests of corporations and the privileged must be replaced with hope and confidence that government can be a positive force for helping ordinary people and advancing the common good. The Fund seeks initiatives to promote greater voter participation in the U.S., particularly at the national level, and to develop and advance new public policy solutions.

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