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Making Every Voice Count
Tune into a discussion with former US Attorney General Eric Holder about achieving full voter participation
A summer of service to cities
Through the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative, student fellows help mayors around the country to improve lives
2018-19 Tech & Democracy Fellows
Meet six technology and digital leaders from around the country committed to improving the health of American democracy
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American Democracy: For Whom Does the Death Knell Toll?
A new article by Ash Faculty Muriel Rouyer discusses the state of American liberal democracy. Une version française
Harvard Votes Challenge
A nonpartisan, university-wide effort is challenging Harvard schools to do their part to increase voter registration and participation among eligible students
Analytics in City Government
A new report details how the Civic Analytics Network cities are using data to support public safety, housing, public health, and transportation
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Democratic Governance
Researches those practices that resolve urgent social problems in developed and developing societies.
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Innovations in Government
Recognizes and promotes creative and effective problem solving by governments and citizens.
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Promotes research and training on Asia to disseminate best practices and improve public policy.
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Future of the Lower Mekong Basin
July 25, 2018
Ash experts say proactive policies and collaboration are needed to preserve one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world.