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Now serving C70 members an Election Debriefing special today at 12 PM 🍽️
Before 12: Bring your lunch and your curiosity and we'll bring the election insights worth chewing on.
🕛 12 PM
💻 Virtual
🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/3v4hkumd
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Jon Meacham – historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author – is the opening keynote for our Promise of Democracy Summit on 7/15! Join us at @ConstitutionCtr for a fascinating discussion and cocktail reception.
🔗 to tickets here (C70 members save 10%) ➡️ bit.ly/Meacham250
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From powerful voices to bold ideas, our Women in Public Leadership event brought together leaders shaping the future of democracy.
Watch the full program here: tinyurl.com/49tzffp4
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“Philadelphians shouldn’t need to sue their own government to get basic services fulfilled...Reorganization plans are only as meaningful as their implementation.” - @LaurenCristella
(via @PhillyInquirer @rw_briggs @wbender99)
Sheriff Rochelle Bilal reverses course, announces office shakeup amid mounting criticism of auctions ebx.sh/WTvBGM
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As @LaurenCristella told @KylanWWatson, "only after lawsuits and court intervention" has the Sheriff's Office announced a reorganization plan today. (via @PhillyTrib) phillytrib.com/news/local_ne…
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What's on the menu for our Election Debrief? 🍽️
C70 members are invited to join us for a virtual Lunch & Learn as we digest the findings that could help shape Pennsylvania's path to the general election.
🗓 June 12
🕛 12 PM
💻 Virtual
Register here: tinyurl.com/3v4hkumd
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YES, 🏳️🌈BUT; 🏛️— A Thread 🧵
Philadelphia is a more inclusive city today, but that inclusion was built through decades of civic action and organizing. What exists now was shaped through sustained engagement across public space, policy, housing, and community care.
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Today, access to gender-affirming healthcare in PA is legal and supported by many. But orgs like Eromin Center had to run first without city support.
Community care filled gaps before formal protections existed, shaping later policy.
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Pride exists because many worldwide are denied their humanity. This month is a celebration of where we’ve come but a reminder to push for progress.
To the LGBTQ communities of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, Happy Pride.
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May we continue to work and participate in our democracy that honors their legacy 🇺🇸
#MemorialDay
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Should Philly make a splash this summer or throw money at Sheriff's Office promo gear?
The Philadelphia Sheriff's Office keeps $8 million in a bank account that it has total control over and zero oversight. (1/2)
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When it comes to improving our city, these are funds that could do real good. It's time City Council acts, fully investigates this slush fund and returns public dollars to the public. (2/2)
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There are holes on Philly streets and in the Philly budget. We believe community support comes from public dollars being funneled into long-term investments, not one-time block parties thrown by the Sheriff’s Office. (1/2)
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The Sheriff’s Office cites “fiscal responsibility” as a core tenet of their work. They can do so by eliminating their $8 million slush fund and putting that money into the City’s budget.
That’s community support. (2/2)
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About 21% of Philly voters cast a ballot in yesterday's election. One way to get that up? Inspire those closest to you!
Join C70’s WeVote program and help your employees, members, or community stay informed on the issues that affect us all. Learn more: seventy.org/wevote
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Thousands of Philly students are home today because their schools lack AC and are dangerously hot. Another reason why our school facilities need a massive overhaul. (1/3)
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The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office has a private slush fund with $8 million. Those funds could cool our classrooms, fix bathrooms, and get students what they need to thrive. Instead, that money’s being spent on the Sheriff’s failing PR campaign. (2/3)
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Our students’ futures are a better investment than a dance video and branded t-shirt. (3/3)
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