by Jacob | Dec 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Read our new report on why people run, decline to run, remain serving, or step down from office, and the impact on local government. Local elected office is a vital part of U.S. democracy, a place where democracy can be seen in action.In recent years, however, there...
by Jacob | Dec 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
Elected roles in local government have a unique and vital place in our democracy, where neighbors elect neighbors to help their communities thrive. Unfortunately, we’ve all heard stories of increasing polarization and toxic political climate showing up in local...
by Jacob | Oct 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
With great enthusiasm, the Citizens League Board of Directors has unanimously approved three new members to join the Board of Directors in 2023! We are excited to welcome this group to our all-volunteer board. Board members have an opportunity to connect and learn...
by Jacob | Oct 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
We are now recruiting students for the 2023 program year! Now in its eighth year, Capitol Pathways is a paid policy internship program for college students in Minnesota who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC). Through...
by Jacob | Oct 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Register today for the first EDTalks event of our 10th anniversary season featuring The Collaborative Affect and Dr. Jackie Vertigan. Our program will feature two dynamic presentations followed by time for audience Q & A with our presenters. Thursday,...
by Jacob | Oct 3, 2022 | Capitol Pathways, Uncategorized
By the time Maddie Geschu (they/them) was into their college career, they knew they had a heart for public service, working for people, and building community. While Maddie was a student at Macalester College studying American/ethnic studies, as well as urban...
