<p>We had the pleasure of speaking with professor, political scientist and all around class act, Amanda Friesen.&nbsp;We discuss why voting matters, why it is the bare minimum requirement as a citizen, and how you can engage beyond voting to live your values and your vow as a citizen day in and day out. Make your vote your vow to stay engaged in the process of democracy!</p> <p>Follow Amanda's work here:<a href="https://amandafriesen.com/"> https://amandafriesen.com/</a></p> <p>Ways to stay engaged as a citzen:</p> <ul> <li>write letters, call and email your representatives</li> <li>follow city council meetings and zoning laws</li> <li>divide and conquer with your friend circle. Focus on the elements of government that you're interested in (environmental policy, racial equality, etc.)</li> <li>Support local news</li> <li>Join local community groups</li> <li>Work with/join/ offer support to groups who are already doing the work you are interested in</li> </ul> <p><strong>Some resources to go along with this conversation:</strong></p> <p>are you an IUPUI student? Here's a great resource to stay engaged:<strong> </strong><a href="https://engage.iupui.edu/service-opportunities/political-engagement.html" target="_blank">https://engage.iupui.edu/service-opportunities/political-engagement.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.indianapolisrecorder.com/">Indianapolis Recorder</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.indystar.com/">Indy Star</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/">The Washington Post</a></p> <p><a href="http://indianacourts.us/legislative/" target="_blank">http://indianacourts.us/legislative/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Indy10People/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Indy10People/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.joincampaignzero.org/#vision" target="_blank">https://www.joincampaignzero.org/#vision</a></p> <p><a href="http://indy.gov/" target="_blank">Indy.gov</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.indianawildlife.org/" target="_blank">https://www.indianawildlife.org/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sierraclub.org/indiana" target="_blank">https://www.sierraclub.org/indiana</a></p>