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Daily Civics Brief
Updated Sunday, January 25, 2026
Communities weigh new youth advisory councils
Local leaders are debating how to include youth voices in civic decisions without slowing down policy timelines. The discussion highlights the tradeoffs between broad representation and efficient decision-making.
Civic connection
- Local government sets policies that shape schools, parks, and public services.
- Public input creates tradeoffs between speed, equity, and community trust.
Skills practiced
stakeholder mappingcoalition-building
ACE Sim connection
ACE Sim helps teams weigh competing priorities and practice decisions that impact real communities.
map stakeholdersbuild compromise
Discussion question
If you were on the council, what tradeoff would you prioritize—and why?
Sources
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