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Public Square | Gen Z & Democracy: How Do You Engage in the Digital Age?

from Sandra Day O'Connor Institute · host Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy

How do social media and digital platforms shape the way younger generations learn about civics and engage in public life? This episode explores whether today’s technologies strengthen or hinder civic education—and how they might be used more effectively to support informed engagement. Featuring voices from 36 states, the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute’s Public Square discussion offers insights into how young people navigate civics in a digital age.The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute offers a platform of civil discourse to allow diverse views to be discussed and explored. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the Institute.Civil | Collaborative | Fact-based | Inclusive |  Non-partisan | ObjectiveYou can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/Follow us on:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTubeYou can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/Follow us on:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTube

How do social media and digital platforms shape the way younger generations learn about civics and engage in public life? This episode explores whether today’s technologies strengthen or hinder civic education—and how they might be used more effectively to support informed engagement. Featuring voices from 36 states, the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute’s Public Square discussion offers insights into how young people navigate civics in a digital age. The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute offers a pl...

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