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As the 2024 presidential elections approach, a significant majority of Americans express concern about the future of democracy in the United States. This concern is particularly pronounced among Gen Z, many of whom question the efficacy of democracy itself. Colleges and universities are uniquely positioned to foster democratic engagement and restore faith in the democratic process. This article from AACU's Liberal Education gathers insights from seven distinguished academic leaders who share their perspectives on the intersection of higher education and democracy as we enter Fall 2024. What role do you think higher education should play in addressing political disillusionment and fostering democratic engagement among young voters?

As the 2024 presidential elections approach, a significant majority of Americans express concern about the future of democracy in the United States. This concern is particularly pronounced among Gen Z, many of whom question the efficacy of democracy itself. Colleges and universities are uniquely positioned to foster democratic engagement and restore faith in the democratic process. This article from AACU's Liberal Education gathers insights from seven distinguished academic leaders who share their perspectives on the intersection of higher education and democracy as we enter Fall 2024. What role do you think higher education should play in addressing political disillusionment and fostering democratic engagement among young voters?

As the school year gets started and the 2024 election approaches, here are an attorney's three K-12 ideas to recommit to the promise of public education. #EWOpinion #K12 #Election2024

National private school choice advocates are spending big in fall elections across 25 states. Read about the most important elections, especially in Idaho, Tennessee, and Texas, from the AP https://lnkd.in/gaiwj8DX #SchoolChoiceAdvocates #FallElections #IdahoElections #TennesseeElections #TexasElections #EducationPolicy #EducationMatters #VoteEducation #EducationAdvocacy

📚 The future of education is at stake in the General Election 2024.  Discover how your vote can shape better schools for everyone.   🔗 https://lnkd.in/eqVfriAc #GeneralElection2024 

With the general election approaching here are the key manifesto pledges for education. What do you think will make a difference to addressing the frustrations you are facing everyday?

Often, public school districts oppose school choice policies because they typically allow parents a wider breadth of choices for sending their children to school, allowing them to use tax dollars previously required for public schools to go toward public, private, or homeschooling options, if the parents so choose. #politics #education #schoolchoice #elections https://lnkd.in/ewBVRBMw

Youth Engagement in Civic Education – Shaping the Future Through Voting Young people hold the key to driving meaningful change in our communities! Civic education is vital for empowering youth to understand their rights, responsibilities, and the power they have through voting. By engaging in civic education: • You gain knowledge on how government systems work. • You learn the importance of registering and participating in elections. • You develop critical thinking skills to make informed decisions about your future. • You take a stand on issues that matter to your community. Together, we can ensure that the voices of young people are heard in every election. Let’s build a generation that’s informed, empowered, and ready to lead! 🗳 #YouthForDemocracy #CivicEducation #VoterEngagement #FutureLeaders

With no mention of K-12 education in the first presidential debate in the 2024 election cycle, get insights on where the two campaigns stand on the subject.

With all the speculation about an imminent #GeneralElection in Ireland, here is a potentially very timely new blog from Museum of Childhood Ireland, Músaem Óige na hÉireann about how to encourage active #citizenship, understanding of elections & the democratic process. Written by Education Team member Suzanne O' Keeffe & Aoife Titley. Well worth a read! #edchatie https://lnkd.in/etg6fwS8