#public-service

#public-service

Former U.S. Rep. John Burton, a salty-tongued and unabashedly liberal San Francisco Democrat who stood up for the working class and nurtured countless political careers, including that of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, died Sunday. He was 92. Burton died in San Francisco of natural causes, his family said in a statement. Tributes poured in from California's top politicians, who recalled Burton as a fierce and tireless advocate for laborers, foster children and the environment.

Former Santa Clara County Supervisor and longtime Palo Alto leader Joe Simitian has been named a visiting scholar at Stanford with the Institute for Research in the Social Sciences (IRiSS). IRiSS was founded in 2004 with the goal of advancing social science research. The institute "trains the next generation of scholars, and incubates medium- to long-term research projects to address critical social challenges," according to Stanford's website.

If we can do it coming from the same city, facing the same struggles, then trust me, you can do it too,

Officer Rose was a Marine. He offered to go fight for his country and he learned and was taught and trained to run toward the battle and to take it to the enemy.

Thelmetria Michaelides has been named the new fire chief of Prince George's County, marking a significant leadership change in the community's emergency services.

Fewer than 22,000 people took the open competitive exam to become an FDNY firefighter this year despite the department sinking $3 million into a recruitment campaign, pushing back the registration timeline and adding more testing dates.

The people who make Interior run are just a joy. Given my background in natural resources, in particular with wildlife, I just loved the mission.

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program has incentivised careers in the public sector, including work in hospitals, schools, local governments and nonprofits.

During my interview for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, I was asked whether the administration should intervene when Jewish students are unsafe on campus, followed by a provocative comparison to potential violence against Black students.

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I'm always looking for ways to pitch in and how to build communities... that doesn't necessarily mean my own run.

Matt Morales is committed to making voting accessible for all eligible voters while ensuring the integrity and transparency of election processes in Santa Clara County.

"I still had a glimmer of hope that maybe they would eventually pick up, but unfortunately it didn't happen," she said.

RTÉ's introduction of a pay-per-view platform, in partnership with the GAA, has led to a significant decline in free-to-air matches, alienating many fans.

This segment featured NHS patients and staff, with an iconic NHS logo illuminating the stadium, celebrating public service delivery as a great achievement in British culture.

"Right at the end he asked me one question. 'What do you want your legacy to be? Do you want to be remembered for? Another flavor of vodka or fighting for democracy?' That really affected me as it does feel like we're trying to do something more meaningful than sell booze."

Ott's departure marks the end of an influential chapter for Pleasanton, as she was a key player in advancing the city's initiatives and community welfare.

Trump spent $45 million of your and my dollars on a sparsely-attended parade of people in old-timey soldier costumes and tanks.

Standing on stage at Arena Stage in April, Ms. Norton referred to the National Environment for the Arts, lauded the D.C. theater for contributions to freedom of suppression and democracy.

Seeing how loved and impactful Taylor was in his community, Buckley found some inspiration.

On his death in 1882, the Freeman's Journal noted: 'Captain Ingram, it is no exaggeration to say, was the guardian, and the reliable guardian, of the lives and property of the citizens of Dublin.'

The state of California continues to offer remote or hybrid work schedules for government jobs, providing employment opportunities with competitive benefits and pension plans.

People who are choosing to engage in public service, who have dedicated their lives to public services, fear expressing a political point of view at a town hall because they think the government is going to retaliate against them, he said. That is the blatant subversion of the essence of American democracy.

"We are thrilled to welcome Meera Joshi as the next president of Green-Wood Cemetery. She brings great leadership, vast operational experience, and a thorough understanding of the inner workings of New York City."

He gave up a podcast and has been on the job for a few weeks. There are many qualified people who will gladly and expertly fill this job if Bongino can't handle it.