Activism in the Next Generation: Technology and Millenials
By Anya Arndt
 It seems like everyone has been writing about "Millennials" lately. Half the blogosphere is blaming Millennials and our "selfish nature" for the woes of the world and the inevitable decline of the United States, while the other half is desperately defending the technology generation as full of innovative and big-thinking people who are just struggling to enter the adult world in today's economy. Whether you like Millennials or not, however, they (and their uniquely technological worldview) have made a huge impact on society so far and as they grow into fully active and engaged citizens, they will continue to do so.
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Senate District 11 Recall Election Information
As we hope you've heard, there will be a special election this September for residents in Colorado Senate District 11, and it will be an unusual election and ballot for several reasons.
Due to an unprecedented court ruling allowing additional time for potential candidates to gather signatures for the recall ballot, the election will no longer be a mail-in ballot process. Polling places will be open from September 2-10 for those living in District 11 to go in and vote.
To learn more about the election, where to vote, and when polling places are open, click here.
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Citizens Project Welcomes New Intern, Sabrina 
Sabrina Chaco is in her final year as a Women's and Ethnic Studies major at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs.
At the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, she gained awareness of social issues and diversity. Chaco dreams to one day assist in educating the public about social injustice. At the Citizens Project, Chaco hopes to not only enlighten others, but expand her own understanding of social justice.
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El Paso County Volunteer Boards
The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve as an At-Large representative to the 911 Emergency Response Center Authority Board. If you wish to know more or participate click here.
School Board Service
Are you interested in running for a Pikes Peak region school board seat? Local school board members argue that the job is worth the time and effort in this article.
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Articles of Interest
August 20, 2013
Think Progress
California transgender students given access to opposite-sex programs
August 12, 2013
LA Times
Denver Judge Sides With Libertarians in Colorado Recall Lawsuit August 12, 2013 The Denver Post Evangelical 'Messy Middle' is more accepting of gays August 9, 2013 Religion News Service
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Upcoming Events
Postcard Writing Night
Wednesday, August 28
5:30pm
Women's Resource Agency, Citadel Mall
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District 11 Recall Election
September 2-10
Various Locations
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4th Annual Walk In the Garden AIDS Walk
Saturday, September 28
8:30am-1:00pm
Garden of the Gods Park, Colorado Springs
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