Tag: Civic Engagement
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California Special Election among Key Races: NYC Mayor, VA and NJ Governors
H2: A pivotal election day across states Voting is wrapping up in a slate of contests that could influence policy directions for years to come. In California, a high-profile special election has drawn national attention, offering voters a chance to weigh in on a district’s immediate representation and the broader implications for the state’s political…
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New Yorkers Elect a New Mayor: Key Things to Know This Election Day
Overview: A High-Interest, High-Stakes Mayoral Race New York City voters are heading to the polls with strong interest and engagement in the race for the city’s next mayor. Early in-person voting activity has already surpassed expectations, signaling a competitive election with broad public attention. The city’s nine days of early voting drew more than 735,000…
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Mamdani’s Youth Momentum Expands Beyond New York to a National Stage
Growing Momentum for Mamdani Beyond New York In a political moment where energy and young voices can redefine the map, Mamdani’s campaign is expanding beyond New York and into a national conversation about what it means to govern with listening and responsiveness. NPR has tracked how a wave of young voters are identifying with a…
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NYC Rabbi Calls for Unity as Infighting Over Zohran Mamdani Heats Up
Rising Tensions in New York’s Jewish Community In the midst of New York City’s bustling political landscape, a developing storyline centers on how internal Jewish debates intersect with the mayoral race. A prominent NYC rabbi has stepped into the spotlight, publicly critiquing what she sees as excessive infighting over the candidacy of Zohran Mamdani and…
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Leading NYC Reform Rabbi Sounds Alarm Over Mamdani and Deepening Jewish Rift
Overview: A warning from a respected reform voice In a sign of how principal religious leaders view local politics, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl—one of the most visible figures in American Reform Judaism—publicly cautioned Friday about the implications of Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral bid for New York City. Her comments reflect a broader concern that political campaigns are…
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The Global Gen Z Revolt: Insights from The Full Story Podcast
Overview: What is driving the Gen Z revolt? The phrase The Great Gen Z Revolt is gaining traction as young people across the globe mobilize around climate action, social justice, electoral reform, and digital rights. In The Full Story podcast, experts like Dr Nayana Prakash unpack how generations born into the digital age are rethinking…
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In redistricting vote, Californians fear losing out, others want to face Trump
Introduction: A California town watches redistricting unfold In Loomis, a rural-turned-suburban town just outside Sacramento, residents are watching the state’s redistricting process with mixed emotions. A vote on how California’s political maps will be drawn could redraw who represents them, a change that feels distant to some and intensely personal to others. For a community…
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No Kings 2: What to expect from Saturday’s nationwide protest wave
Overview: A nationwide surge of protests As critics of the Trump administration prepare for a second round of demonstrations, organizers say No Kings 2 will bring together protesters across all 50 states in a bold, peaceful display aimed at challenging what they view as an increasingly authoritarian government. Building on June’s nationwide turnout, the organizers…
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IIT Alumni Embark on Transformative Leadership Journey in YSEALI
MSU-IIT Alumni Take Center Stage in YSEALI Four MSU-IIT alumni have been selected for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Fellowship Program, signaling a notable milestone for the university and the Philippines. The group represents MSU-IIT in a flagship effort to sharpen leadership capabilities among young Southeast Asians and to broaden regional networks that…
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MSU-IIT Alumni Lead Bold Paths in YSEALI Fellowship
MSU-IIT Alumni Take Center Stage in YSEALI Four alumni from Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) are advancing their leadership journeys through the United States–based Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI). The prestigious program connects young leaders from across Southeast Asia to cultivate leadership skills, expand regional networks, and tackle shared challenges.…