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Nonpartisan, nonprofit, operating foundation rooted in the American tradition of inventive research. The Charles F. Kettering.

Kettering Foundation, headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, operating foundation rooted in the American tradition of inventive research. Founded in 1927 “to sponsor and carry out scientific research for the benefit of humanity,” the foundation is inspired by the innovativeness and ingenuity of its founder, the American inventor Charles F. For the past four decades, the foundation’s research and programs have focused on the needs of democracy worldwide.

10/31/2026

KF Senior Fellow Timothy Snyder shares lessons from history on free speech and the power people have to shape their future.

10/30/2026

What can history teach us about standing up to authoritarianism today?

Tonight, KF Senior Fellow and bestselling author Timothy Snyder joins for a live conversation about what Americans can learn from the past and from people around the world who have stood up for democracy.

We're proud to host this special evening in partnership with WYSO Public Radio.

10/30/2026

Take a closer look at democracy in action.

News & Notes gathers stories, ideas, and updates from the people and partners connected to KF’s work. Read the latest issue: https://conta.cc/4yKH2AG

10/30/2026

The future of American democracy is being shaped right now. What should we be paying attention to, and what can we do about it?

Join us tonight at Politics and Prose Bookstore in DC for a candid conversation about the challenges ahead and how people can help shape what comes next.

Hear from KF Fellows William Kristol, Maria Teresa Kumar, and Judy Woodruff at 7 p.m. Free admission, first-come, first-served seating. Details: https://bit.ly/4yG32xu

10/30/2026

“Even though democracy in the US is not living up to citizen expectations, the people still strongly value democratic governance.”

KF Research Fellow Erica Frantz draws on Kettering-Gallup Project research to explore how Americans' continued support for democracy can help inform resistance to democratic decline and what it will take to turn that support into meaningful action.

Read her insights:

Fifty-six percent of Americans say democracy is performing poorly. Yet roughly two-thirds still call it the best form of government. Discover why frustration does not mean Americans have given up on it.

10/30/2026

Democracy only works when people take part.

This Jingle for Democracy is your nudge to stop watching from the sidelines and vote. 🎶

https://bit.ly/4sFPUGE

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10/30/2026

KF Senior Fellow David French examines how the case of an immigrant who supported mass deportation—and then was arrested by ICE—challenges assumptions about empathy, due process, and immigration policy.

Suddenly, empathy isn’t so toxic.

10/30/2026

What keeps people going when the odds are stacked against them?

For three leaders from Vietnam, Myanmar, and Nigeria, the answer lies in finding strength in others. Their stories offer hope for anyone wondering if their efforts can still make a difference.

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When democracy is under pressure, resilience is not a solo act. Three global leaders share hard-won lessons on sustaining courage, mobilizing others, and building solidarity across borders.

10/30/2026

KF Senior Fellow Timothy Snyder explores how concentrated power among tech billionaires can threaten democratic freedoms, arguing that the future of American democracy depends on holding powerful individuals accountable.

And how to liberate ourselves

10/29/2026

You might be the person your friends trust most when it comes to election information.

With the November 3 midterms approaching, Terrance Woodbury shares why young people's voices matter and how sharing reliable information with your peers can help others make informed decisions.

Your voice (and your vote) carries more weight than you might think. 🗳️

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Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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