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Engaging Fans, Empowering Voters: How Professional Sports are Promoting Civic Engagement

The Ash Center hosted a discussion with representatives of the NBA, NFL Votes, the co-founder of Vet the Vote, and the Deputy Secretary of State of Georgia to discuss how these partnerships are succeeding at supporting voter participation and fair and secure elections.

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Reimagining Democracy Program

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Sports and Civic Participation

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Conservatism and the Future of Democracy
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Conservatism and the Future of Democracy

When former Vice President Mike Pence visited Harvard’s Institute of Politics for a discussion on “The Future of Conservatism and American Democracy,” he was introduced not just by a moderator, but by a longtime friend and admirer — Ash Center Senior Fellow Stephen Richer. A former Republican officeholder, Richer has often cited Pence as a personal role model for integrity and constitutional fidelity. Their friendship added a layer of warmth and sincerity to an evening that balanced deep ideological reflection with a spirit of civility and mutual respect.

Trump Targets Domestic Terrorism, James Comey Indicted
Terms of Engagement

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Trump Targets Domestic Terrorism, James Comey Indicted

Archon Fung and Stephen Richer speak with Alex Whiting, Professor of Practice at Harvard Law School and an expert on criminal prosecution.

The Fight Over Free Speech
Terms of Engagement

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The Fight Over Free Speech

This week on Term of Engagement, co-hosts Archon Fung and Stephen Richer explore and debate the boundaries of free speech, threats to it, and the impact on our democracy.

 

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Voting with the Las Vegas Raiders: The Impact of Allegiant Stadium as a Polling Location in 2024
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Voting with the Las Vegas Raiders: The Impact of Allegiant Stadium as a Polling Location in 2024

Sports facilities are uniquely positioned to provide an enjoyable voting experience and strengthen civic engagement. A new report by Tova Wang, Director of Research Projects in Democratic Practice, explores the impact of stadium voting in 2024 at Allegiant Stadium, drawing widespread, bipartisan support from voters and election officials and strengthening the relationship between the Las Vegas Raiders and the surrounding community.

CommUniversity Session: Sports, Activism, and Philanthropy
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CommUniversity Session: Sports, Activism, and Philanthropy

Ash Center’s Tova Wang joined the CommNS and representatives from various professional sports organizations and their foundations to discuss the way athletes and teams are engaging in communities, causes, and giving processes.