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Ways that people, organizations, and governments are fighting to strengthen democracy in the United States and around the world

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Free Food, Books, & Pets - Good News This Week: March 24th 2023

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Celebrating World Water Day Good News Stories: One Drop at a Time

Quench your thirst for good news with inspiring World Water Day stories, and join the fight for clean water and sanitation for all!
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The 100 Greenest Cities in America, Ranked (2023)

When it comes to making an impact on a larger scale, looking at which cities have particularly eco-engaged citizens, companies, and local governments reveals just how much of an impact environmental initiatives can have.
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Women, Airplanes, & Sleep Trailers - Good News This Week: March 11th 2023

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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To Reduce Trash, Some States Charge the Companies Producing It

Municipalities and waste managers around the country are raising the alarm about limited landfill capacity, and some see Extended Producer Responsibility policies as a piece of the puzzle.
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In These Cities, Car-free Streets Are Here To Stay

Cars? In this economy? Here’s how four cities took back miles of pavement from cars, making a popular pandemic solution into a permanent fixture.
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How Satellites Can Help Earthquake Rescue Efforts in Turkey and Syria

In disasters like the earthquakes that struck Syria and Turkey on February 6, international cooperation on satellite imaging plays a crucial role in the rescue and recovery efforts.
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Heat Officers, Pets, & Solar Power - Good News This Week: January 21st 2023

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Urban Walkability is Gaining a Foothold in the U.S.

Prioritizing improved walkability and pedestrian access to businesses over traffic and parking has helped many struggling businesses stay afloat in the U.S. That’s why cities around the country are starting to embrace an urban planning concept called the “15-Minute City.”
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3 Ways To Actually Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day (2023)

It's important we don't reduce Martin Luther King Jr. Day to a “day off” or a quote on social media.
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