Where do You Buy Food in Your City?
Here’s what you need to know about business and civic erosion and what it could mean for your city.
Miscellaneous
3 Key Policies for State and Local Governments in the First 100 Days
The first 100 days have been tumultuous thus far, but there are a few key topics govies at the state and local levels should focus on. Is your jurisdiction ready?
What’s One Way to Improve Town-Gown Relationships?
Learn how local programs can foster friendship and accountability in towns.
Disability Etiquette 101
You may find it uncomfortable interacting with people with disabilities, but there guidelines to help. Person-first language can help you focus on the individual, not their disability.
Oscars and Officers: Local Law Enforcement
When it comes to civil servants, Hollywood prefers a badge and a gun to pencil and paper. In honor of awards season, here are five award-winning movies about local law enforcement.
What Does it Mean to Become American?
Do you have a stake in your community? Check out this featured blogger’s reasoning on why doing so is so important.
Breaking Down President Trump’s Executive Actions: The Hiring Freeze
Still not sure what all of the new Administration’s executive actions mean? Check out this break down of the federal hiring freeze.
Your Executive Order FAQ
Trump has issued 19 executive orders, and more are expected in the coming weeks. That’s led a lot of people to wonder exactly what an executive order is, why we have them, and what weight they carry. Here’s a quick answer to each of your top five questions about executive orders.
Generations Lost
Though I long to identify with some of what made the Baby Boom generation unique, I don’t quite fit in. Likewise, my son was born on the cusp of the Millennial generation and doesn’t identify with them or their predecessors. Gen-Xers have been called the “middle child” of generations, caught between “the two noisy behemoths”… Read more »
Quiz: What Type of Govie Are You?
Have you ever wondered what type of govie you are?