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In Focus: Election 2020 and the Future of Civic Engagement

For all the work that goes into a functioning democracy, none is more
important than free and fair elections—with, ultimately, the peaceful
transfer of power. But beyond voting, this system depends on a web of
individuals and institutions that value the integrity of the process as
much as the actual result. [2]In this installment of In Focus, we explore
the gears of democracy during an American election year unlike any other,
featuring the work of a variety of programs including the upcoming event
[3]Aspen Ideas: Show Up.

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[5]American Democracy Needs a Tune-Up

Democracy is a complicated mechanism that’s not working to specifications
lately. Some problems are new, some are old, and some are simply the result
of poor design. In this post, the Aspen Institute’s programs share what
they’re contributing to diagnosing these problems - and fixing them.
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[8]Delayed Decisions and the Potential of a Contested Election

With record levels of mail-in voting, counting the ballots may go on for
weeks beyond the election-night call we’re all used to. This could lead to
speculation about ballot rigging and the integrity of the count, even in
the absence of evidence. In a panel discussion, legal, civic, and media
experts explain how to prepare for what might be an unprecedented
constitutional crisis.
[9]More

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[11]Election Security and Public Confidence

Authoritarians around the world are trying to undermine and weaken
democracy, and as a result, people are losing trust in institutions and
information. The [12]Aspen Strategy Group looks at these continued attacks
and offers a blueprint for [13]how to protect the digital landscape this
election season.
[14]Read

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[16]Giving Voice to Young People

Engaging youth in government decision-making processes is much harder than
just setting up youth council meetings. Columbia University freshman Jenna
Yuan and the [17]Education and Society program offer three ways that state
and local governments can get young people engaged in the policymaking
process.
[18]Read

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[20]A Healthy Press in Rural America

Journalism is an essential driver of democracy, ensuring public awareness
in a busy world. But local outlets are shuttering, widening [21]the gap
between rural realities and the public perception of these communities.
Accurate rural and Native American voices also are missing from these
conversations. In this report, the [22]Community Strategies Group maps a
way forward for rural journalism.
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[25]The Right Way to Cover Hacks and Leaks Before the Election

In our fast-moving media environment, “hack-and-leaks” are one of the most
difficult stories to cover responsibly. Entering the final weeks of the
2020 presidential campaign, [26]Aspen Digital’s [27]Garrett Graff writes in
Wired about what makes these incidents so pernicious—and how we might
respond to them.
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Upcoming Events

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[30]Aspen Ideas: Show Up

October 20-21 at 7:00 pm ET

Join Aspen Ideas: Show Up to learn about the most effective ways to be part
of the democratic process in November — and beyond.

[31]Project Play 2020

Through October 16, 11:00 am ET

Bestselling author Michael Lewis and others discuss how we can build
healthy communities through youth sports.

[32]President Trump’s National Security Agenda

October 16, 9:00-10:00 am ET

United States National Security Advisor Ambassador Robert O’Brien and
former National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley discuss domestic election
security and counterterrorism, the economic and health crisis caused by
COVID-19, and more.

[33]Global Inclusive Recovery and Rebuilding Series

Starts October 19

The first event in the series explores the challenges that entrepreneurs of
color face in accessing credit, and what can be done to address them.
Register to watch and to receive ongoing series updates.

[34]Informing COVID Response and Communication Through Tech

October 21, 12:00 - 1:00 pm ET

The COVID-19 crisis has turned many of our traditional communication and
information systems upside-down. Aspen Tech Policy Hub grantees propose how
to build resilient tools for accessing resources and information in the
midst of a pandemic.

[35]From R&D to the FDA: The COVID-19 Vaccine Process

October 23, 3:00 - 3:45 pm ET

Aspen Ideas: Health explores the process of vaccine development,
authorization or approval, and deployment with Obama administration FDA
Commissioner Dr. Peggy Hamburg and current FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen
Hahn Moderated by Fortune editor Clifton Leaf.

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