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The 2023 ABA Frank Sander Award: The House Select Committee on Modernization of Congress

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Bruce Patton talks with the Co-Chairs of the Select Committee about what they did to try to make Congress more effective, and reflect on what's working and what is not.

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Asking people to “do the research” on fake news stories makes them seem more believable, not less

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A new study asked thousands to evaluate the accuracy of news articles — both real and fake — by doing some research online. But for many, heading to Google led them farther from the truth, not closer.

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Using Democratic Innovation to Rebuild Trust between Elected Officials and Citizens

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Exploring the use of deliberative town hall meetings. The process brings together a cross-section of the community to have an informed discussion on a topic with an elected official.

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8 Signs of Polarization in Your Context

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From Essential Partners, an article explaining how polarization jumps from politics to all realms of our lives: homes, workplaces, faith communities, and schools. And what to do about it.

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US@250 Initiative

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This initiative provides a unifying framework for America's semiquincentennial, hosts an annual fellowship, and organizes a network of organizations and individuals who champion the spirit of a more inclusive America.

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Collaborative for Compassionate Civic Engagement

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A team of civic professionals and educators that serves as an advisory board to the Civic Crop. CCCE also designs and administers the Civic Service Skills Workshop.

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