The primaries were yesterday. Did you vote? I did – in the rain with two kids dragging behind me. I won’t bore you with my political views – but I do implore you to get out and vote on November 2. To help you prepare I am listing some fun political resources: E-Democracy is a … Continue reading →

It’s the perfect time of year to tout one of my favorite resources – Minnesota E-Democracy. E-Democracy is a nonprofit, nonpartisan web site that provides valuable information on local politics. First and foremost E-Democracy hosts public discussions on local policies. These discussions are often passionate, always respectful, and occasionally lead to real change. You can … Continue reading →

War, no war. Taxes, no taxes. Cut this, not that. In the current political environment, it’s difficult not to have an opinion. Today we’re going to look at how to use the Internet as a tool for civic engagement. Talk to your elected official; find and contact them through the Internet. The University of Minnesota … Continue reading →