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Civic Education

Understanding how your city, county, state, and federal government actually work. Who decides what. Where the money goes. How to show up when it matters.

things to explore in Houston

701

local organizations in Houston

24%

Local voter turnout

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Local voter turnout24%

24%

Local voter turnout

Source: Harris County Clerk

701

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