Happy July 4th!

For those of us in the United States, this weekend marks the celebration of our nation’s independence from Britain. It’s often seen as an observance of the things that make our nation great: freedom, democracy, and really good barbecue sauce. Let’s not forget, however, that democracy only works the way it should when citizens get involved. Search through various issue categories and pending legislation to find what matters to you, then write to your elected officials at Congress.org. You can also find more details about your elected officials, including issue positions and voting records, at Project Vote Smart. While these aren’t sites about technology per se, they showcase one of the ways technology has enabled communication and information distribution. Take advantage of it!