Public faith in our democratic institutions and the systems that support them has been severely shaken in the past several years. Addressing problems related to democracy and civic engagement — including bipartisanship in Congress, trust in elections, and modernizing civil service — will be critical to our ability to overcome polarization and solve the other problems future generations demand.
No Greater Mission. No Greater Means.
A Working Paper on Deploying National Service to Bridge Civil Divides.
CONVERGENCE COLLABORATIVE ON DIGITAL DISCOURSE FOR A THRIVING DEMOCRACY AND RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
Tackling deep challenges around digital discourse and driving solutions that foster resilience, connectedness, and wellbeing in our democracy and communities without violating free speech, civil or human rights.
Percentage of Americans who say they have avoided talking about politics with someone whose political views are opposed to their own in the last twelve months. (Ipsos)
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Percentage of Americans who say it is important to reduce divisiveness in the United States, including two-thirds who say it is very important to do so. (Public Agenda)