Young Voters Ask for More Than Campaign Promises
Organizers are turning attention from election-day turnout to year-round participation.
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The Libraries Becoming Essential Public Infrastructure
Beyond books, local libraries are offering digital access, cooling space, and trusted advice.
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Cities Make the Case for a Cooler, Greener Street
Trees and shade are being treated as infrastructure, with maintenance budgets to match.
Read the storyThe Quiet Work of Building Trust in Public Institutions
Local officials are finding that clear explanations can matter as much as new policies.
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