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What a great conversation today at Common Sense Institute Arizona’s Coffee & Common Sense! Our panelists, Stacy Pearson and Daniel Scarpinato broke down the election results, and talked about what they mean for free enterprise, bipartisanship, and public policy in Arizona. The consensus: candidates who were able to validate voters’ real concerns about inflation, crime, homelessness, etc. had a very good election cycle up and down the ticket. But now it’s time to govern. Look for bipartisan cooperation on issues like affordable housing, water, and the state budget. Thanks to our gracious host and partner for this event, Arizona Center for Civic Leadership. Follow Common Sense Institute Arizona for the facts and data on the issues that mattered most this election cycle, as we head into the 2025 legislative session.

We know that to successfully do your job, the entire workforce must be supported both financially and politically. In 2023 we amplified the profession’s voice and influence among policymakers at state and federal levels through our meetings and campaigns. neha.org/advocacy

In the face of online toxicity, bots, and decreased moderation, well-defined community guidelines are the first line of defense. Join us on 6/6 to learn strategies that safely and productively engage everyone in your online audience, from the supporters to the skeptics. This session is designed for community-based organizations working at the intersection of racial, social, and environmental justice. Register here➡️https://lnkd.in/gu964nPN

As the 2024 Maryland legislative session comes to an end, here is an update on my work with Maryland PIRG and some incredible advocates and legislators We’ve got a lot to be proud of and a lot of work ahead of us. We’re up against tough odds and powerful opposition on all of our issues, but by combining grassroots action and tough minded advocacy we can make progress on our most pressing issues, and we have. https://lnkd.in/eTUzQycV

My latest (short!) newsletter just went out, explaining why we all pronounce "gerrymandering" wrong, and including the all-important picture of my cats. Read it here, and subscribe: https://lnkd.in/eHdzjdkq

Ulterior Motives and Using Public Safety as a Scapegoat! https://lnkd.in/gwdiiY2i

Say Yes to Opportunities to Uplift, Thrive, and Heal Community-based programs are at the heart of California's successful youth justice reforms. While there’s still much to be done and difficult problems to be solved, California is on the right track. Join us for YOUTH Day to rally California’s lawmakers to continue this progress. https://buff.ly/3ApqENu

Florida Future Leaders PAC will be critical to flipping multiple Republican districts into Democratic hands in Florida this election, and the many more to come. Turning Florida blue runs through college towns. Learn more about the youngest-led PAC in Florida below:

To learn about punishment versus restorative justice and how you can respond better when rules are broken and relationships are harmed, read this week’s blog by Aaron Lyons: 5 Principles of Restorative Justice for Your Community, School, or Organization. https://vist.ly/38w2u

Since America’s founding almost 250 years ago, the nature and scale of the threats to our democracy have changed more than the founders ever could have imagined. Enter Governors Safeguarding Democracy (GSD). Launched by Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois and Governor Jared Polis of Colorado, and grounded in the belief that saving and strengthening our democracy will require proactive, robust efforts at the state-level, Governors Safeguarding Democracy is a historic nonpartisan alliance of governors united in their efforts to uphold and fortify U.S. democracy. GSD, with the support of Governors Action Alliance (GovAct), will collaborate with think tanks, legal experts, and democracy advocates to shape policy that protects the rule of law and serves the people of our states. By supporting state leaders with tools, knowledge, and resources to protect and strengthen state democratic institutions, GSD seeks to ensure that American democracy remains vibrant, resilient, and inclusive. Dig in on what we do and how we do it on our website 🇺🇸👇 https://lnkd.in/gnG3RbsY