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Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
Polling the Divide: Republicans, Democrats, and the Future of Democracy
What Americans Really Think -- And Why Both Parties Should Pay Attention
What is the future of the Republican and Democratic parties in our nation? The answer may surprise you. Ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, in an age of ideological tension where politics seems more divided than ever, a new Manhattan Institute...
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:45 a.m.
We The People: How Things Really Get Done at the Ohio Statehouse
Part of the City Club's 2026 Outdoor Summer Series + America 250 Ohio Series
Democracy works best when citizens are more informed and better understand the institutions that govern them. And advocacy work and movement building become more effective - and successful - when citizens are empowered to become active participants in shaping their...
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