Issue Awareness & Education
Explore issues that are important to our communities, evaluate the veracity of information and learn more about democracy and constructive dialogue.
Information Literacy & Fact Checking
- Fact.org a nonpartisan organization that “ aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics.”
- PolitiFact a fact-checking website that rates the accuracy of political claims.
- Beyond Fake News a resource about the ten types of misleading news.
Issues on the Ballot
Issue Voter choose the issues you care about and receive information about those issues.
Constructive Dialogue
- Deliberative Citizenship Initiative (DCI) a Davidson College program that is dedicated to creating opportunities for students, staff, faculty, and community members to engage with one another on the difficult and contentious issues facing our society. It supports Davidson faculty in incorporating more dialogue and deliberation in their courses, improving their skills in facilitating difficult discussions, and hosting deliberative events that engage both students and community members.
- Transforming Conflict on College Campuses Discussion Guide
- A Culture of Dialogue: How Students Can Practice Talking About Things That Matter
- Principles and Strategies to Transform Conflict on College Campuses
- Practicing Democracy: A Toolkit for Educating Civic Professionals
Faculty Weigh In
New research by Davidson College political science professor Besir Ceka and his collaborators throws a lifeline to social media users who feel overwhelmed by misinformation.
New Research Finds Simple Corrections Can Slow Spread of Misinformation Online
Student Spotlight
Davidson College students Daniel Lee '26 and Divin Dushimimana '26 reflect on their work with the Deliberative Citizenship Initiative and the happiness that comes from genuine conversations and thoughtful exchanges of ideas.
A Welcoming of Deliberative Disagreement: Spotlight on Davidson College’s DCI
Your Democracy at Work
Explore this video series by PBS WHYY covering topics including the history of voting rights in America, the protection of free speech, religious freedom and more.
The History of Voting Rights in America
How is Free Speech Protected in the U.S.?