Our research reflects IDEA’s deep commitment to bridging academic insight with democratic practice — across our campus, Ohio, the U.S., and the world. From collaborative group projects to peer-reviewed publications, we explore how democratic innovation can better connect citizens and policymakers.

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• Publications: Our growing archive of scholarly articles, working papers, and thematic findings.

• Projects: Local, national, and global initiatives that apply deliberative methods in the field.