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America's Political Mosaic
This November, Americans will select from a field of candidates who showcase the diversity of their country.
Collage by HEMANT BHATNAGAR, photographs © Getty Images
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Days in the Lives of Grassroots Activists
A behind-the-scenes look at what the political experience is like for four young Americans who may have different beliefs but all share the same passion for their work.
New Tools for Big Ideas
From activism to art, social entrepreneurs are making waves using online resources. A look at the tools, initiatives and projects that are currently being used.
The Truth is Out
A profile of a digital, global news platform that tries to democratize the media. GroundReport publishes articles submitted by citizen journalists, who write about events in their communities.
Citizen + Journalist = Better Journalism
Can a citizen be a credible journalist? Anubha Bhonsle, a senior editor at CNN-IBN, writes on citizen journalism, a broad term that is still shifting in meaning. 
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Social Development
American Youth: In on the (Social) Action
Young Americans spend millions of hours each year serving community organizations. While volunteerism and civic engagement are valued by Americans of all ages, today's tech-savvy youth embrace new ways to serve. » Read More Lifestyle
An All-Girl Princess Prom
A 17-year-old Bangladeshi American and her circle of girlfriends at a Michigan school thought of a novel way to have a prom of their own, yet still follow their religious beliefs by creating a girls-only event. » Read More
Social Development
Rule by the People: How Civil Society Makes Democracy Tick
Blogger Ravi Nitesh writes about democracy and civil society, and what these mean to the common man. Nitesh won the first prize in Blogocracy, a blogging contest organized by the New Delhi American Center and Youth ki Awaaz.
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Education
Student Elections
Ragini Nayak, former president of the Delhi University Students Union, and Akshay Shah, president of Columbia University's school of engineering and applied science class of 2014, write about their experiences with student governments. » Read More
SHOWCASE
Quiz
Which song was the most downloaded track in 2011 on iTunes?
- Congratulations, you are correct! Sorry, you are wrong. Please choose another answer.
- Firework by Katy Perry
- Rolling in the Deep by Adele
- Thank you for taking part in the quiz.
- Born This Way by Lady Gaga
