Opinion: D.C.’s public financing program is broken. Democracy vouchers can help.
The program is subsidizing D.C.’s richest and failing to diversify candidate pools. Our city can take inspiration from Seattle's democracy vouchers.
Civics Roundup
Every week, we curate some ways to get involved in the city – whether that’s protesting, organizing with your neighbors, or testifying before your councilmembers. This isn't an exhaustive list; share your events and trainings with us at 51st.news/submit-events
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12 ways to get involved in D.C. this week
A performance by the Ratical Left, a community museum reopening, and more.
9 ways to get involved around D.C. this week
A movement block party, a labor chorus concert, and more.
May Day: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, a working class literature festival, a flower potluck, and more.
Calling all artists: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, potentially the city's most civically engaged Saturday ever, and more.
Find your action: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, celebrating five years of Harriet's Wildest Dreams, and more.
Supper club solidarity: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, a digital security workshop, an open mic, and more.
Dance & taxes: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, a clothing swap, a cooperative movement meeting, and more ways to get involved.
Florals and freeing D.C.: Your weekly Civics Roundup
A flower potluck, Narcan distribution, and more ways to get involved in D.C.
Spring into action: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, recess at the Capitol, a community clean-up, and more ways to get involved in D.C.