TOP TOPICS
How much do we really understand about the topics shaping our lives in America today?
We hear about them in the news, see them in our social feeds and talk about them with our families, friends and coworkers. From the cost of living and healthcare to education, immigration, technology and the environment, these conversations affect our everyday lives, our communities and our shared future.
Together, we can look beyond the headlines, better understand why these topics matter and explore the different perspectives shaping the conversation. We don’t need to be experts or agree on every answer. We just need to be willing to learn, ask questions and better understand the world around us.
VOTING
Understanding your rights starts with understanding how our government and elections work. Civics 101 breaks down the essentials, from voting rights and voter registration to elections and the laws that protect your voice…
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ECONOMY
We feel the economy in our everyday lives- from the price of groceries and housing to what we pay for healthcare, transportation and utilities. But what actually causes the cost of living to rise or fall, and what can be done about it?Learn More » Economy
IMMIGRATION
Immigration is part of America’s history—and one of the most debated topics in our country today. The conversation reaches far beyond the border, touching our communities, workforce, economy, public resources and families. Learn more »
IRAN WAR
A war thousands of miles away can still affect our lives here at home. The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Iran and Israel raises questions about national security, America’s role in the world, military involvement, energy prices and the economic cost of war. More on Foreign Policy + War»
HEALTHCARE
Healthcare affects all of us, from the cost of insurance and prescriptions to finding the care we need. Understanding the system works for Americans can help us make sense of the choices, costs and policies shaping our health, our families and our communities. More »
GUN LAWS
Gun laws raise important questions about individual rights, public safety and the role of government. Understanding current firearm laws, the Second Amendment and different approaches to gun policy can help us better understand one of America’s most debated topics.
ENVIRONMENT
The environment affects the air we breathe, the water we drink and the communities we call home. Understanding climate change, energy, conservation and environmental policy can help us better understand the choices we face and how they may shape our economy, communities and future.
CIVIL LIBERTIES
Our civil liberties shape some of the most basic freedoms we experience every day—from what we can say and believe to our right to privacy, peaceful protest and fair treatment under the law. But where do those freedoms begin, and where can government authority legally limit them? More»
ELECTION FRAUD
Trust in our elections is essential to our democracy. Election fraud, voting laws and election security can generate strong opinions and competing claims. Understanding what election fraud actually is, how elections are protected and how allegations are investigated can help us separate verified facts from misinformation and better understand the integrity of our voting system.
ENERGY + COSTS
Energy costs affect nearly every part of our daily lives, from electricity and heating to transportation and the price of goods. Understanding what drives energy prices can help us make sense of our monthly bills and the choices shaping America’s energy future.
DATA CENTERS
Data centers power much of our digital world, from cloud computing to the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. As demand grows, so do questions about electricity use, infrastructure, water, local communities and costs. Understanding their impact can help us follow a conversation that is becoming increasingly important.
DEMOCRACY
Democracy depends on more than elections. It relies on the rule of law, individual rights, trusted institutions and the ability of people to participate and be heard. Understanding these foundations can help us recognize how democracy works, the challenges it can face and the role we each play in sustaining it.