Grassroots journalism is on the rise. In recent years, reporters on social media have set new journalistic norms to reach sources and break stories. Simultaneously...
California Humanities
California on the Ballot, a statewide initiative, convened Californians to reflect and talk with journalists, historians, election experts, and young people about the past, present, and future of electoral engagement. Seven free, virtual events explored timely themes: the Electoral College, voter turnout, ballot measures, and the complex civil rights conversations raised by Native people, African Americans, immigrants, and women’s suffrage.
Author Interview, Indigenous Rights, California Humanities
Dreamin’: How Do Social Movements Reimagine California?
Join California Humanities as as we delve into the ideas behind the Red Power movement, the occupation of Alcatraz Island, and its lasting influence on Native American...
In 2020, California had its highest voter turnout since 1952; but why? What factors into high and low voter turnout? How have watershed moments in California history...
Journalism, Panel Discussion, California Humanities
California Youth and the Ballot: What Will 2040 Look Like?
In April 2021, we asked a panel of California youth about their thoughts on civic engagement. What are young people doing now to address the issues they care about? What...
Panel Discussion, Voting Rights, California Humanities
What Can We Learn from Artifacts of California Elections?
Take a trip back through California’s voting history in this show-and-tell led by historian Susan D. Anderson and archivists from across the state. Hear seldom-told...
Electoral College, Panel Discussion, California Humanities
The Electoral College – What Were The Founders Thinking?
Through California on the Ballot, California Humanities invites the people of California and beyond to reflect and talk—with neighbors, historians, election experts, and...
Since California first adopted the ballot initiative process in 1911, California voters have been asked to decide on issues such as the legality of prize fighting...
