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“The value of life does not depend upon the place we occupy. It depends upon the way we occupy that place.” -St. Therese of Lisieux

Pennsylvania, USA
Joined February 2009
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The Pandemic’s Big Takeaway: It Matters Who Fills Government Jobs volckeralliance.org/blog/202…
Very sad to hear Governing will be shutting down operations. I've been a subscriber for several years and will miss their excellent coverage of state and local government news and happenings. Our nation's 'laboratories of democracy' were well served for 32 years.
After 32 years, the magazine of record for state and local government will discontinue operations. Read more: bit.ly/2MO92Ao
It was a great honor to return to Penn State Scranton to deliver remarks at the Student Awards Dinner on April 17. I was very impressed with the accomplishments of this next generation of leaders. Congrats to all!
"Students [should] strive to be curious individuals, bridge builders and problem solvers..." This week’s #WednesdayWisdom comes from @MikePassiment, Penn State alumnus and member of the @SPAatPSH Advisory Board! bit.ly/2Gu67rI
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Don't forget to get out and VOTE today! After all the divisiveness… instagram.com/p/BMjcyA-gpbuT…
And this is what happens when you rile people up and question the integrity of our elections.. apple.news/A_kaZU2hFS0aItDhZ…
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Replying to @HarrisburgSymph
@HarrisburgSymph is ROCKING tonight! Shoutout to @LaKishaJones and @Im_Just_Chloe for amazing performances! CC @jes_trimble
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No time to wait on climate change. GOP needs to acknowledge it and support candidates who TRULY seek to address it! apple.news/AupUHnRSlMeeVGJJj…
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Here we go - We Are Weekend at Penn State Harrisburg! Celebrating 50… instagram.com/p/BLl8gWNg5Huc…
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Attended the inaugural Penn State Harrisburg Thought Leaders lecture… instagram.com/p/BLfIbOlhP3CW…
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Replying to @BillWeirCNN
@BillWeirCNN Really enjoying this episode of #TheWonderList - great coverage and truly fascinating stories!
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Just learned some awesome tactics on how to build an advocacy campaign! Building a narrative and a following. #IMPACT2015LA
We need to ensure safety net programs like SNAP and Medicaid are maintained. Great session this morning on advocating that! #IMPACT2015LA
Great session on interdisciplinary service-learning partnerships - Bringing this back to Penn State Harrisburg! #IMPACT2015LA
Just attended Advocacy 201: Beyond Petitions and Emails to Getting Policies Changed. Great discussion of tactics! #IMPACT2015LA
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Just attended Advocacy 201: Beyond Petitions and Emails to Getting Policies Changed. Great discussion! #Impact2015LA
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After a long "holiday hiatus" from Twitter I'm back. Readjusting to that perfect blend of info and asinine comments only Twitter can provide
Strong speech by Pres Obama to the UN. Building a coalition to fight the threats facing the world isn't easy, but a good tone has been set.
Just read State of Working PA. Great work by @KRC_PA @price_laborecon @herzenberg and @_NatalieSab Check it out here tinyurl.com/k9sd4wx
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Econ growth is a good narrative, one most ppl can support. Sound points from 3rd way. Can't neglect income and wealth inequality though.
What the frack? "PA DEP publishes details on 248 cases of water damage from #shale #natgas development n.pr/1rEJ9n2"