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Pennsylvania’s was 1st of any constitution to begin with the words We the People.
Amending the PA Constitution to give redistricting power back to the people is an essential to create a government more fully of, by, & for the people of PA.
#FourthOfJuly #July4
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/we-t...
Amending the PA Constitution to give redistricting power back to the people is an essential to create a government more fully of, by, & for the people of PA.
#FourthOfJuly #July4
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/we-t...
July 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Pennsylvania’s was 1st of any constitution to begin with the words We the People.
Amending the PA Constitution to give redistricting power back to the people is an essential to create a government more fully of, by, & for the people of PA.
#FourthOfJuly #July4
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/we-t...
Amending the PA Constitution to give redistricting power back to the people is an essential to create a government more fully of, by, & for the people of PA.
#FourthOfJuly #July4
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/we-t...
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FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social & FDPA Erie Coordinator Michael Bucell spoke about #gerrymandering & #redistricting reform with Next 2.0 hosts Marcus Atkinson & Chuck Cammarata on WQIN - PBS/NPR Erie County & NE PA.
Now available on most podcast platforms.
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Now available on most podcast platforms.
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The History and Potential Danger of Gerrymandering by NEXT with Marcus Atkinson
Today, we explore the contentious topic of partisan gerrymandering and its profound impact on our electoral system. Host Marcus Atkinson and Chuck Cammarata are joined by Carol Kuniholm, Fair District...
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May 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social & FDPA Erie Coordinator Michael Bucell spoke about #gerrymandering & #redistricting reform with Next 2.0 hosts Marcus Atkinson & Chuck Cammarata on WQIN - PBS/NPR Erie County & NE PA.
Now available on most podcast platforms.
creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
Now available on most podcast platforms.
creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
@lizcheney.bsky.social has things to say.
We need some brave GOP members of Congress & a boatload of Democratic leaders to read her ideas & make a plan.
We need action & we need to be deafening.
"The clock is ticking.
And the deportation buses are idling."
georgiatoday.ge/former-us-co...
We need some brave GOP members of Congress & a boatload of Democratic leaders to read her ideas & make a plan.
We need action & we need to be deafening.
"The clock is ticking.
And the deportation buses are idling."
georgiatoday.ge/former-us-co...
Former US Congresswoman Liz Cheney issues urgent call to Democrats: “stop fundraising and start fighting”
In the US, as political tensions reach a boiling point and democratic norms continue to erode under what many now
georgiatoday.ge
April 26, 2025 at 9:05 PM
@lizcheney.bsky.social has things to say.
We need some brave GOP members of Congress & a boatload of Democratic leaders to read her ideas & make a plan.
We need action & we need to be deafening.
"The clock is ticking.
And the deportation buses are idling."
georgiatoday.ge/former-us-co...
We need some brave GOP members of Congress & a boatload of Democratic leaders to read her ideas & make a plan.
We need action & we need to be deafening.
"The clock is ticking.
And the deportation buses are idling."
georgiatoday.ge/former-us-co...
Frodo says: “I wish it need not have happened in my time”.
So do I.
As Gandalf responds: "so do all who live to see such times.
But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us”.
wordshalfheard.blogspot.com/.../the-time...
So do I.
As Gandalf responds: "so do all who live to see such times.
But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us”.
wordshalfheard.blogspot.com/.../the-time...
The Time We're Given
We live in an unusual time, a time we’re not well prepared for. It’s been 250 years since the start of the Revolutionary War, rejecting the...
wordshalfheard.blogspot.com
March 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Frodo says: “I wish it need not have happened in my time”.
So do I.
As Gandalf responds: "so do all who live to see such times.
But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us”.
wordshalfheard.blogspot.com/.../the-time...
So do I.
As Gandalf responds: "so do all who live to see such times.
But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us”.
wordshalfheard.blogspot.com/.../the-time...
Donald Trump & Elon Musk have no authority to block Congressionally approved funding
When photos of dead children appear in the press, caring citizens around the globe will hold President Trump, Elon Musk & Supreme Court Justice Roberts responsible
Read this & weep www.propublica.org/article/trum...
When photos of dead children appear in the press, caring citizens around the globe will hold President Trump, Elon Musk & Supreme Court Justice Roberts responsible
Read this & weep www.propublica.org/article/trum...
The Trump Administration Said These Aid Programs Saved Lives. It Canceled Them Anyway.
The axing of some 10,000 programs has consigned untold numbers of children and refugees to death, officials say. Documents and interviews reveal that the State Department appears to have made the cuts...
www.propublica.org
March 2, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Donald Trump & Elon Musk have no authority to block Congressionally approved funding
When photos of dead children appear in the press, caring citizens around the globe will hold President Trump, Elon Musk & Supreme Court Justice Roberts responsible
Read this & weep www.propublica.org/article/trum...
When photos of dead children appear in the press, caring citizens around the globe will hold President Trump, Elon Musk & Supreme Court Justice Roberts responsible
Read this & weep www.propublica.org/article/trum...
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Does it sometimes seem like things you care about have little impact on political systems?
When electorate’s wishes & government’s output are greatly misaligned, look at the strong influence of wealthy donors and the practice of #gerrymandering. hls.harvard.edu/today/money-...
When electorate’s wishes & government’s output are greatly misaligned, look at the strong influence of wealthy donors and the practice of #gerrymandering. hls.harvard.edu/today/money-...
‘Money and politics, and partisan gerrymandering, matter more than any other electoral rules today’ - Harvard Law School
In his new book, Nicholas Stephanopoulos provides perspective on aligning election law.
hls.harvard.edu
March 2, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Does it sometimes seem like things you care about have little impact on political systems?
When electorate’s wishes & government’s output are greatly misaligned, look at the strong influence of wealthy donors and the practice of #gerrymandering. hls.harvard.edu/today/money-...
When electorate’s wishes & government’s output are greatly misaligned, look at the strong influence of wealthy donors and the practice of #gerrymandering. hls.harvard.edu/today/money-...
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If only Congress had the ability to do something about this…
March 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM
If only Congress had the ability to do something about this…
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THANK YOU Reps. Samuelson and Gillen and Senator Kearney for work on HB 31 & SB 131.
WHY 31?
The next redistricting will take place, by law, in 2031.
PA voters want a better process in place for 2031, 2041 & beyond. That work starts NOW. Find out more: www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/pres...
WHY 31?
The next redistricting will take place, by law, in 2031.
PA voters want a better process in place for 2031, 2041 & beyond. That work starts NOW. Find out more: www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/pres...
February 12, 2025 at 9:48 PM
THANK YOU Reps. Samuelson and Gillen and Senator Kearney for work on HB 31 & SB 131.
WHY 31?
The next redistricting will take place, by law, in 2031.
PA voters want a better process in place for 2031, 2041 & beyond. That work starts NOW. Find out more: www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/pres...
WHY 31?
The next redistricting will take place, by law, in 2031.
PA voters want a better process in place for 2031, 2041 & beyond. That work starts NOW. Find out more: www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/pres...
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Fair Districts PA is hiring 10 paid, part-time summer interns to help with tabling & petition outreach in every corner of PA. See the state & learn more about PA government & non-partisan civic engagement.
College students are encouraged to apply.
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/summ...
College students are encouraged to apply.
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/summ...
February 18, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Fair Districts PA is hiring 10 paid, part-time summer interns to help with tabling & petition outreach in every corner of PA. See the state & learn more about PA government & non-partisan civic engagement.
College students are encouraged to apply.
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/summ...
College students are encouraged to apply.
www.fairdistrictspa.com/updates/summ...
Here's a song for the day.
Will you walk with me through the wilderness
When we cannot see through our differences
When the dust is settled and the votes are cast
Would you walk with me.
@afterparty.bsky.social
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Will you walk with me through the wilderness
When we cannot see through our differences
When the dust is settled and the votes are cast
Would you walk with me.
@afterparty.bsky.social
youtu.be/zDb4ueVkq2Y?...
Walk With Me (Feat. Tinayeshe and Sandra McCraken)
YouTube video by Redeeming Babel
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February 16, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Here's a song for the day.
Will you walk with me through the wilderness
When we cannot see through our differences
When the dust is settled and the votes are cast
Would you walk with me.
@afterparty.bsky.social
youtu.be/zDb4ueVkq2Y?...
Will you walk with me through the wilderness
When we cannot see through our differences
When the dust is settled and the votes are cast
Would you walk with me.
@afterparty.bsky.social
youtu.be/zDb4ueVkq2Y?...
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Presidents & governors from both major parties have spoken out against gerrymandering.
President George Bush said it was absolutely essential to block it.
President Ronald Regan called it a national scandal.
Isn't it time to fix this?
Text SignFDPA to 942-53 to SIGN THE PETITION
#PresidentsDay
President George Bush said it was absolutely essential to block it.
President Ronald Regan called it a national scandal.
Isn't it time to fix this?
Text SignFDPA to 942-53 to SIGN THE PETITION
#PresidentsDay
February 16, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Presidents & governors from both major parties have spoken out against gerrymandering.
President George Bush said it was absolutely essential to block it.
President Ronald Regan called it a national scandal.
Isn't it time to fix this?
Text SignFDPA to 942-53 to SIGN THE PETITION
#PresidentsDay
President George Bush said it was absolutely essential to block it.
President Ronald Regan called it a national scandal.
Isn't it time to fix this?
Text SignFDPA to 942-53 to SIGN THE PETITION
#PresidentsDay
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More not-greatness for America.
February 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
More not-greatness for America.
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In my view, everything Elon Musk and DOGE is doing is extra constitutional, they have no authority legislative by Congress in anyway! Therefore what they are doing is committing felonies! Data, theft, destruction of government property accessing a federal building without authorization!
February 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
In my view, everything Elon Musk and DOGE is doing is extra constitutional, they have no authority legislative by Congress in anyway! Therefore what they are doing is committing felonies! Data, theft, destruction of government property accessing a federal building without authorization!
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For #GroundhogDay, some timely reading: how to prevent #gerrymandering from happening over and over again in PA.
We don't have to be stuck in the same dismal loop forever - IF our legislature will act.
fairdistrictspa.com/uploads/gene...
We don't have to be stuck in the same dismal loop forever - IF our legislature will act.
fairdistrictspa.com/uploads/gene...
February 2, 2025 at 10:06 PM
For #GroundhogDay, some timely reading: how to prevent #gerrymandering from happening over and over again in PA.
We don't have to be stuck in the same dismal loop forever - IF our legislature will act.
fairdistrictspa.com/uploads/gene...
We don't have to be stuck in the same dismal loop forever - IF our legislature will act.
fairdistrictspa.com/uploads/gene...
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Repeated surveys show strong support for redistricting reform from all parties & all demographics.
It's time for a PA independent redistricting commission.
Agree? Sign the petition: tinyurl.com/FairDistrict...
It's time for a PA independent redistricting commission.
Agree? Sign the petition: tinyurl.com/FairDistrict...
February 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Repeated surveys show strong support for redistricting reform from all parties & all demographics.
It's time for a PA independent redistricting commission.
Agree? Sign the petition: tinyurl.com/FairDistrict...
It's time for a PA independent redistricting commission.
Agree? Sign the petition: tinyurl.com/FairDistrict...
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Thank you @buckscountybeacon.bsky.social for an in-depth view of the January 28 press conference.
A growing body of research suggests that gerrymandered voting districts lead to polarization, legislative dysfunction, gridlock and increasing voter frustration.
buckscountybeacon.com/2025/01/stat...
A growing body of research suggests that gerrymandered voting districts lead to polarization, legislative dysfunction, gridlock and increasing voter frustration.
buckscountybeacon.com/2025/01/stat...
State Lawmakers Want to Strengthen Election Integrity in Pennsylvania by Ending Gerrymandering and Ensuring Fair Redistricting - Bucks County Beacon
“In a strong and healthy democracy, voters choose our representatives, but today we see too many power hungry politicians draw gerrymandered maps to silence voters,” said Common Cause Pennsylvania's P...
buckscountybeacon.com
February 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Thank you @buckscountybeacon.bsky.social for an in-depth view of the January 28 press conference.
A growing body of research suggests that gerrymandered voting districts lead to polarization, legislative dysfunction, gridlock and increasing voter frustration.
buckscountybeacon.com/2025/01/stat...
A growing body of research suggests that gerrymandered voting districts lead to polarization, legislative dysfunction, gridlock and increasing voter frustration.
buckscountybeacon.com/2025/01/stat...
Clearance for government jobs is non-partisan, thorough, & time-consuming. The more access to confidential or classified information, the longer the process to protect us all.
This is not only unprecedented - it's illegal & dangerous.
To democracy & national security.
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
This is not only unprecedented - it's illegal & dangerous.
To democracy & national security.
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
The Young, Inexperienced Engineers Aiding Elon Musk's Government Takeover
Engineers between 19 and 24, most linked to Musk’s companies, are playing a key role as he seizes control of federal infrastructure.
www.wired.com
February 2, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Clearance for government jobs is non-partisan, thorough, & time-consuming. The more access to confidential or classified information, the longer the process to protect us all.
This is not only unprecedented - it's illegal & dangerous.
To democracy & national security.
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
This is not only unprecedented - it's illegal & dangerous.
To democracy & national security.
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
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Press conference live stream from PA capitol rotunda.
Thank you Senator Kearney, Reps. Samuelson & Gillen, @CommonCause PA, @LWV PA, @committeeof70.bsky.social & FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social
It's time for PA #redistricting reform.
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Thank you Senator Kearney, Reps. Samuelson & Gillen, @CommonCause PA, @LWV PA, @committeeof70.bsky.social & FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social
It's time for PA #redistricting reform.
www.facebook.com/share/v/18sa...
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January 29, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Press conference live stream from PA capitol rotunda.
Thank you Senator Kearney, Reps. Samuelson & Gillen, @CommonCause PA, @LWV PA, @committeeof70.bsky.social & FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social
It's time for PA #redistricting reform.
www.facebook.com/share/v/18sa...
Thank you Senator Kearney, Reps. Samuelson & Gillen, @CommonCause PA, @LWV PA, @committeeof70.bsky.social & FDPA Chair @ckuniholm.bsky.social
It's time for PA #redistricting reform.
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Mercy, Mr. President: Explaining Washington bishop’s controversial plea on behalf of the vulnerable [column]
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Mercy, Mr. President: Explaining Washington bishop’s controversial plea on behalf of the vulnerable [column]
The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, delivered a plea from the pulpit to President Donald Trump during an inaugural prayer service Tuesday at
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January 26, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Mercy, Mr. President: Explaining Washington bishop’s controversial plea on behalf of the vulnerable [column]
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#Sundaythoughts: As a lifelong evangelical Christian, I find myself wondering what it means to be an agent of reconciliation in a deeply divided church & country.
This article gives no answers, but from what I see, it documents the challenge accurately.
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
This article gives no answers, but from what I see, it documents the challenge accurately.
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
Evangelicals Made a Bad Trade
Hitching the evangelical wagon to Donald Trump has meant unhitching it from the life and teachings of Jesus.
www.theatlantic.com
January 26, 2025 at 12:50 PM
#Sundaythoughts: As a lifelong evangelical Christian, I find myself wondering what it means to be an agent of reconciliation in a deeply divided church & country.
This article gives no answers, but from what I see, it documents the challenge accurately.
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
This article gives no answers, but from what I see, it documents the challenge accurately.
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
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As usual, Pennsylvania's full-time legislature passed far fewer bills in the 2023-24 session than many others passed in a matter of months.
Divided government may have played a part, but lack of action is a recurrent feature in the PA legislative process.
www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/12...
Divided government may have played a part, but lack of action is a recurrent feature in the PA legislative process.
www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/12...
Partisan divide made passing laws tricky for Pa. lawmakers
A divided PA House and Senate made deadlock common last session, but laws on education funding, health care, and business tax credits still passed.
www.spotlightpa.org
December 27, 2024 at 3:54 PM
As usual, Pennsylvania's full-time legislature passed far fewer bills in the 2023-24 session than many others passed in a matter of months.
Divided government may have played a part, but lack of action is a recurrent feature in the PA legislative process.
www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/12...
Divided government may have played a part, but lack of action is a recurrent feature in the PA legislative process.
www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/12...