Congratulations 2026 VOD winners!
first place Isabella Suto
second place Dylan Melnyk
third place Ethan Ashworth
Voice of Democracy
Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy® audio-essay program
provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express
themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded
essay. Each year, more than 26,400 ninth through 12th grade students
from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.4
million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the
program.
