purpose
Aug. 19, 2021 2:35 pm
Let the LRC know — It’s time to end prison gerrymandering
Prison gerrymandering is the practice of counting incarcerated people as residents of their cells instead of their hometowns. It isn't equitable and it isn't legal, says guest columnist Brenda Marrero.
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Apr. 13, 2016 2:27 pm
This pair of Pa. bills would help ex-offenders find gainful employment
Two identical "Clean Slate" bills were just introduced in the state Senate and House with bipartisan support.
funding
Apr. 12, 2016 12:56 pm
This will be the state’s biggest social impact project ever. How will Philly fit?
Two "pay for success" initiatives will work to cut recidivism rates and government spending. Philadelphia will be involved in some way, though it's unclear as to what extent.
method
Apr. 4, 2016 10:33 am
Here’s how PennFuture is tweaking its focus
It's not a "shift," per se, but the advocacy organization will be focusing on providing the average citizen with an entry point for engagement with environmental policy.
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Jan. 19, 2016 8:49 am
How the Housing Alliance of Pa. built an advocacy powerhouse out of ‘irrelevance’
After 14 years nurturing a diverse statewide coalition from the ground up, Executive Director Liz Hersh is leaving to lead Philadelphia's Office of Supportive Housing.
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Apr. 24, 2015 12:29 pm
Pre-K for PA’s Push for Expanded Early Education Makes Headway
From the election trail to the capital, Pre-K for PA has shown how an issue campaign evolves
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