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Of, By, For the People
Staying informed on politics and what is going on around us is key to maintaining a healthy democracy, but it can be incredibly difficult sometimes. Read to learn about why staying informed is so important and a solution to make it easier to do so. By Shivanshi Sharma
The Balance of Power
The effects of the Georgia senate runoff elections will be felt across the country, as the outcomes will determine the American balance of power for years to come. Read to learn more about the elections and how you can get involved. By Catherine Delgado and Priya Kamath.
How is When We All Vote Combatting the Age and Race Gap?
Voting is the key to unlock the doors of a democratic society. While voter turnout was at a high during the 2020 general election, the right to vote is unequally shared among the hands of many in the United States. Read to learn more about how When We All Vote is taking on the age and race gap in voting. By Stephanie Tran
The Importance of Civic Engagement
Tomorrow is Election Day. Despite the hardships our generation has faced, we have to recognize all that is on the line for our future. Are we willing to stay silent in a time of need, or are we going to raise our voices? Read to learn more about the importance of civic engagement through personal and passionate stories from real My School Votes members. By Jade Smith & Ethan Fitzgerald
What is Voter Suppression?
Voter suppression is a strategy used to influence the outcome of an election by discouraging or preventing specific groups of people from voting. It is a pressing issue that affects voters across the United States. Read to learn more about types of voter suppression, how it affects youth, and what you can do about it. By Sierra Courchesne
How Does The US Voting System Work? Important Terms to Know
The US voting process can be confusing with all of the different technical terms and phrases. Read this extensive vocabulary list to gain some clarification and receive a mini civics lesson! By Georgia Morgan
How Do You Vote?
To Vote or Not to Vote? It’s Really No Question. The voting process is already confusing, but with the COVID-19 pandemic, it's even more important to make a voting plan and decide how you are going to vote. Read this article to learn more about the best ways to vote efficiently and safely for this upcoming election. By Jasmine Truong and Veronica McKinney
Why Should You Vote Local?
While presidential elections are very impactful and prominent in minds and media, it is vital that people are educated about the importance of local elections and what their power to vote can do in their communities. Read to learn more from Chiara Frank on local elections. By Chiara Frank
Who Can You Vote For?
With the general election coming up this November, it is important to know who you can vote for and what's at stake. Read to learn more about different types of elections, the presidential candidates, and their policies. By Carolyn Finn
Is Your Neighborhood Racist? - Redlining 101
In the 1930s, The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) used a practice, called redlining, to deny loans to residents of certain areas based on their race or ethnicity. The effects of redlining do not stop at housing. Read as Valerie Tran, a high school student and advocate in the intersectional environmentalism movement, talks to us about the effects of redlining and climate change on minorities in the US. By Valerie Tran
Interminority Racism in the US
Racism towards POC and minorities in the United States has been discussed for decades. But have we ever acknowledged the racism and discrimination that occurs within our own communities and the way we, as people of color, have treated each other? Read Kien's essay as he addresses discrimination within minority groups (as cited through the interactions between Black and Asian Americans) and how this allows white people, who’ve been in power, to stay in power. By Kien Dang
Youth for Juvenile Justice Reform
The school-to-prison pipeline is a nationwide trend of incarceration afflicting our youth. Read to learn more about a youth-led organization and their efforts to reform the juvenile justice system in San Diego. By Lea Nepomuceno
When San Diego Votes
A student network within San Diego (called When We All Vote - My School Votes: San Diego) has been created to increase youth civic participation. Read to learn about the importance of the youth vote, what inspired this group to take action, and more. By Elea Castiglione & My Fu