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Open Government Partnership

05/04/2012

In April, AmericaSpeaks took part in the first high level meeting of the Open Government Partnership. The Open Government Partnership is a network of 54 countries that have made commitments to become more open, transparent, and participatory. The meeting, held in Brasilia, brought together representatives from approximately 75 countries.

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One City Summit

03/07/2012

Washington, D.C., like so many U.S. cities in the 21st century, struggles with economic disparities, racial divides, and other associated challenges. At the same time, the nation’s capital is unique among most large American cities: its population has grown significantly in the past decade, and is positioned to grow as rapidly in the decade to come. How then can it capitalize on the upcoming economic and population growth without leaving critical segments of the population behind?

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facilitator spotlight

Spotlight On: Pamela and Brian Donison

While AmericaSpeaks is grateful for the time and energy of all of its facilitators, we can’t help but notice when a married couple takes the time to facilitate together. Such is the case with Pamela and Brian Donison of Phoenix, Arizona. Pamela, an integrative attorney and mediator, began her work with AmericaSpeaks at the post-Katrina Unified New Orleans Plan Community Congresses.

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Latest from the blog

Standing Up for Truth in Political Advertising
05/10/2012

By Elana Goldstein

We are all familiar with the arguments for governmental accountability and openness, but our ability to hold power accountable can be severely limited by misinformation and misdirection. Unfortunately, this campaign cycle has already proved itself to be negative, nasty, and in many cases, misleading.

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Combined Federal Campaign

Please consider designating AmericaSpeaks as your beneficiary for this year's Combined Federal Campaign.

CFC#:  60550

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