Tag: democracy
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Civic Education Series: Part 3
Your Voice, Your Power: Understanding Voter Rights & Responsibilities Voting is more than a civic duty—it’s a powerful tool for shaping your community, your state, and your country. But participating in elections means understanding both your rights as a voter and your responsibilities as a member of a democracy. In this article, we break down the basics so you…
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How Democracy Is Supposed to Work — Versus How It Does in Waterbury
This article is part of Parker Jane PBC’s civic education initiative-empowering residents through accessible local knowledge Democracy is often celebrated as the ideal system of government—a way for citizens to have a voice, influence policy, and hold leaders accountable. But what happens when the ideals of democracy clash with the realities on the ground? Our…
The Waterbury Times- Waterbury,CT Local News 