Los Angeles, CA
Joined February 2013
Magdalene Marvin retweeted
If you live in LA County, I really hope you’ll take a few minutes to read my latest column and learn about a chance to participate in recording our pandemic experiences for posterity. latimes.com/california/story… #mydayinla
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
I’d like to offer my hearty congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as the next President of the United States of America. Humanity places great hope in the democratic vision of the U.S. as leader of the free world. bit.ly/3eGaGjs
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We did it, @JoeBiden.
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LA is getting a heat wave this weekend. Temperatures in the Valley have broken 100. But if you’re unhoused or don’t have AC, the places you rely on to cool down -- like libraries and coffee shops -- are closed. This is an extremely dangerous situation. (thread)
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
We’re offering some of our communications and gov. relations services at no cost to local nonprofits and advocacy orgs working to achieve racial equity in our community. Interested? Fill out our form by Aug. 21 to let us know how we can help. goffpublic.com/pro-bono-serv…
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
1/7 In my early days of working in the media in NYC, a coworker said, "It's interesting how most midwesterners go to state schools; I guess you all like to stick close to home." I was shocked by the classism. I said nothing. But here's what I wish I would have said:
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
Know the difference.
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19 year old black teenager doing the work that 60 year old white billionaire owners refuse to do.
New Orleans' Zion Williamson says he is pledging to cover the salaries for all of the Pelicans arena staff workers for the next 30 days.
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
Update: It has been 100 hours since #Iran introduced a near-total internet shutdown cutting off the country from the rest of the world 📉 Digital rights are human rights: access must be restored to all Iranians #Internet4Iran #IranProtests 📰netblocks.org/reports/intern…
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
I noticed African Architecture isn’t really showcased compared to Asian, European, Middle Eastern and Indian. So here is a thread of African Architectural styles. Starting with Nubian
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It’s VERY important that #Vancouver’s Downtown Business Association, who were originally against downtown bike-lanes, have now become one of their most vigourous supporters, because of the evidence that they are better for downtown business than any street parking they replaced.
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
Working parents can't always take their kids to playgrounds, but cities aren't designed to let kids get around by themselves. @kaboom's Play Everywhere initiative has 1000 ideas for how to tuck play places into everyday spaces. kaboom.org/play_everywhere #CityofTomorrow
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
Only 1 week left to win 1:1 mentoring with a retail leader for 12 months! bit.ly/2Q3Km6i Work in retail? It's free to enter. Mentors include Suzanne Harlow, Hash Ladha, Miriam Lahage, Bridget Lea, Christina Rapsomanikis, Wilf Walsh and Ken Towle. #RWBeInspired
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Magdalene Marvin retweeted
How can popular destinations fight back against over-tourism? jll.link/6011EiL4J
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Our intelligence helps us regulate our emotions. Fear, for example, is based on mistrust and a lack of self-confidence. If, on the other hand, we remain honest and truthful, open and tolerant, we will have greater self-confidence and overcome fear.
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What does #sustainability look like in today’s hotel industry? Real Views finds out: jll.link/6018ErhcG
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"If it’s not risky, it’s probably not innovative." bit.ly/2okCoIi
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