U.S. admiral at NATO fired in expanding national security purge | Honolulu Star-Advertiser WASHINGTON >> U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Shoshana Chatfield, who holds a senior position in NATO, has been fired as part of what appears to be an expanding national security purge of top officials by the ...

Bottom line: Purges—whether 1937 or 2026—don’t create stronger armies. They create weaker, more brittle ones. History isn’t subtle about this lesson. 📚🚨
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Every £1 invested in urban green space returns an estimated £27 in social, economic and environmental value. Cooler streets, cleaner air, better mental health, stronger communities. The case for a national urban greening strategy has never been clearer. #GreenInfrastructure #PolicyMatters

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Information is everywhere.
Clarity isn’t.

It shouldn’t be hard to answer:
What changed?
Who voted?
What happens next?

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Y'day we held our Master of Public Policy (MPP) Showcase 🎉✨Huge thanks to our speakers, coordinators & crew 🙌 The room was buzzing with thoughtful conversation, fresh ideas & meaningful connections 💡🤝Thinking of a career in public policy? Learn more 👉🏼 go.cdu.edu.au/f6oq #PolicyMatters #PolicyImpact

Under Trump’s education funding cut, students with special needs struggle to seek job opportunities - Peninsula Press BURLINGAME—Special Education Student Joseph Reed never imagined he would lose his work-study job opportunity at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year due to President Donald Trump’s funding cuts to K-12 education. “I was bummed,” said Reed. “I was sad and disappointed that [I] couldn’t work no more.”  Reed is currently a freshman at Bay […]

Special needs students could lose access to job supports under proposed education funding cuts — threatening future opportunities. https://ow.ly/vuQt50YlqzE

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Article 9: The Cost of Gender and Class in Afghan Law - Stratheia Afghanistan’s Article 9 legal changes raise concerns over class-based justice, gender inequality, and long-term governance legitimacy.

Legal reform should strengthen equality. When it institutionalizes disparity, the consequences extend far beyond the courtroom.
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Alcohol Law & Policy Conference - Center for Alcohol Policy Continuing Legal Education: As always, our staff will seek appropriate CLE course accreditation for the 2026 ALPC. Progress will be updated below weekly as the conference approaches. Below are reminde...

19th Annual Alcohol Law and Policy Conference to be held Monday, August 24 - Wednesday, August 26, 2025
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“This man serves Israel, not America. #IsraelFirst 🇺🇸
Huckabee fused Christian Zionist theology with U.S. policy, defended biblical territorial claims, and downplayed Gazan suffering. His loyalties? Ideology over America. #Accountability #PolicyMatters”

We the people say No WAR with Iran.

„The Economics of Blame“ Striche, die die Welt (be)deuten

„The Economics of Blame“

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Population growth and shifting needs mean services must adapt quickly. But fixed agreements can limit timely adjustments.

More responsive contracting would help agencies meet community needs while protecting public accountability.

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🇺🇸 Why did American Debt delinquencies begin such a marked increase in 2025....? #affordability #policymatters

Economists warn Trump’s “affordability” ideas (like $2,000 “tariff dividend” checks) would likely raise inflation, not cut costs. 🚫🔥
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EO-2: A Strategic Leap in Space-Enabled Climate Resilience - Stratheia Pakistan's EO-2 satellite highlights how technology strengthen climate monitoring, disaster preparedness, and resilience in vulnerable Asia.

Technology alone is not enough. The real power of environmental data lies in how quickly governments and local communities can act on it.
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Complex reporting processes require agencies to dedicate significant staff time to administration instead of direct support.

Streamlined agreements and clear performance measures would protect public accountability and service capacity.

#PublicValue #CommunityServices #BuildBC #PolicyMatters

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#ProtectTaxpayers #AmericaFirst #NationalValues #PolicyMatters

America doesn’t spend taxpayer money on experiments with no clear return. Assimilation requires education, shared values, and readiness. #CivicResponsibility #ROI #StrongBordersStrongNation

How the World’s Most Powerful Countries Handle Financial Crime — And Why None of Them Are Doing Enough - Interconnected Earth Here we examine how the eight countries ranked highest for power by U.S. News & World Report handle financial crimes.

Financial crime isn’t a technical problem. It’s a societal one. Learn how powerful countries handle it — and why stronger accountability matters. buff.ly/ykyZjcB
#PolicyMatters #GlobalEconomy #JusticeForAll

Hot take:

Voting based on vibes is how bad policy wins.

Being “nice” doesn’t prevent:

• Higher costs
• Environmental damage
• Long-term harm

🎥 Watch: Why Voting for the “Nice Guy” Can Backfire

Agree or disagree?

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Ageism and racism intersect.

Rights-based policy must reflect lived experience and address inequity across the life course.

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POV- the session clock is ticking and we still have bills to pass ⏳

With only 1 week in the NM Legislative Session we will be here daily advocating for bills that impact all Tribes, Nations and Pueblos. ✊🏽

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2. The Consequences We Don’t Talk About - Michael Murphy - New Voice for Cook County Most policies don’t fail on day one. They fail quietly, months or years later, when second-order effects undo the original intent.

Inspired by coverage from @reason.com on unintended consequences in public policy.

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#SecondOrderEffects
#GoodGovernance
#PublicAccountability
#processoverpolitics
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As global challenges intensify, UK policy focuses on resilience—supporting businesses, improving infrastructure, and fostering innovation. Effective governance plays a crucial role in long-term national progress. 🌍💼 #PolicyMatters #UKUpdates

Finding & Reading the Law Finding & Reading the Law is a 2-hour virtual training focused on building practical legal skills to support effective policy change. Register by Oct 15 for 10%

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Winning teams invest to see results. 🏀

The OKC Thunder build for the future — and Oklahoma should too.
Investing in our people and communities makes our state stronger.

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ILC Canada was proud to take part in the launch of the NIA’s 2025 Perspectives on Growing Older in Canada report.
The findings call for evidence-based policies that support dignity, inclusion, and security in later life. https://cstu.io/836df8

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🪩 Ready for the 2026 MN Legislative Session? Join CURE on Feb 9th at 6:30 PM for our preview! Learn about the 2025 session, legislative changes, and CURE’s top priorities. 📩 Register today! bit.ly/LegislativePreview2026

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