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By Tiffany RebelmouseJun 04, 2019
Tiffany Rebelmouse
Tiffany Rebelmouse is a contributor for The Fulcrum, a nonpartisan publication dedicated to strengthening democracy by fostering informed civic engagement and elevating diverse perspectives.
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The Democracy Commitment (TDC) is a national organization dedicated to advancing democracy in America's community colleges, and to making democratic skills available to all students who desire a voice in local, state, and national discourse and action. To that end, TDC provides a platform for the development and expansion of community college programs, projects, and curricula that engage students in civic and democratic education and engagement.

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