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Advancing excellence in public service since 1939.
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ASPA has issued a statement in support of the public service pipeline and its ongoing development. View the full statement on our website:
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#PATimes:
Public Narratives: The Government Shutdown By Carvis Durr
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Public Narratives: The Government Shutdown - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Carvis DurrOctober 17, 2025 We often overlook how we gather and interpret information in today’s fast-paced society. One of the main culprits behind this oversight is confirmation bias, our subconscious tendency to seek information […]
https://patimes.org/public-narratives-the-government-shutdown/
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Why Smart Cities Are Taking Their Time With AI? By Thuong (Annie) Bui
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Why Smart Cities Are Taking Their Time With AI? - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Thuong (Annie) BuiOctober 13, 2025 If my earlier article on “manual Intelligence” captured the first phase of cautious beginnings, this next phase is about confidence. Over the past few months, I’ve been circling back […]
https://patimes.org/why-smart-cities-are-taking-their-time-with-ai/
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Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace By Thomas E. Poulin
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Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Thomas E. PoulinOctober 13, 2025 Public administrators continuously seek means to improve services. In part, this can be achieved by leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI). However, as with any technology that evolves […]
https://patimes.org/artificial-intelligence-in-the-workplace/
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Calling all students - and anyone on a career journey! Our #webinar series tackles networking next week on Nov. 12! Interested in some hot tips for how to do this well? Join this conversation! More info and to register:
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#Motivation
Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced. - James Baldwin, American Author and Playwright
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Donor-Advised Funds: Opportunities and Challenges in Charitable Giving for Non-profits By Stephen R. Rolandi
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Donor-Advised Funds: Opportunities and Challenges in Charitable Giving for Non-profits - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Stephen R. RolandiOctober 13, 2025 As reported in PA Times and elsewhere, I was elected last spring as a Term Trustee for the New Amsterdam History Center (NAHC), which was established twenty years ago […]
https://patimes.org/donor-advised-funds-opportunities-and-challenges-in-charitable-giving-for-non-profits/
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Three new #webinars are must-attends! Emergency & Disaster Management from a Gender and International Perspective (tomorrow!) The Relationship Between Civil Rights Law & DEI (11/11) How Project 2025 Impacts Institutions & Social Trust (11/13) Register:
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National Civic League
5 days ago
Homelessness demands coordinated action, not isolated efforts. In National Civic Review, Brian Levy and Shui-Yan Tang explore how Los Angeles is reforming governance to align jurisdictions and sectors around shared solutions.
https://ow.ly/bP7u50Xn1Xa
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Excited to announce we have a few new universities and cities signing up with us this fall for institutional partnerships! And, a special welcome back to Tarlac State in the Philippines!
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Today's edition of our news digest, Federal Workforce in Turmoil, is available. We're tracking current events related to the ongoing changes to the federal workforce so you don't have to - in your inbox or via the link below.
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Government Accountability Project
6 days ago
Happy Election Day, everyone! 🇺🇸 Election workers serve a vital role as guardians of fair elections and the fundamental right of all Americans to vote and have their votes counted. 📸 Credit: Kerem Yücel
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When Explaining Is Governing: Comprehensibility for the AI Era By Mauricio Covarrubias
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When Explaining Is Governing: Comprehensibility for the AI Era - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Mauricio CovarrubiasOctober 10, 2025 In the age of artificial intelligence, governments do not earn legitimacy by posting data alone but by offering comprehensible reasons for decisions that affect people’s lives. Transparency made the state […]
https://patimes.org/when-explaining-is-governing-comprehensibility-for-the-ai-era/
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GovExec
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Government
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strains airports as TSA, air traffic controllers call out. Read more from Sr. Correspondent Eric Katz:
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Airports seeing spike in shutdown impacts as TSA screeners and air traffic controllers call out
Some airports are seeing three-hours lines while dozens have experienced shutdown-related delays.
https://www.govexec.com/management/2025/11/airports-seeing-spike-shutdown-impacts-tsa-screenres-air-traffic-controllers-call-out/409275/?oref=ge-home-top-story
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Planning to be at #ASPA2026? Register now - early-bird rates are on our website and are valid through Dec. 12!
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Brennan Center
7 days ago
Today is Election Hero Day. Remember to thank your local election officials — they make democracy possible.
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The Long Road to Election Day
Tonya Wichman, the elections director in a small Ohio county, discusses the preparation and training that goes into administering an election.
https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/long-road-election-day
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NPR
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JUST IN: Courts ordered SNAP payments to restart, and the Trump administration said Monday the food benefits would be half the normal payment. About 1 in 8 U.S. residents get an average of $187 a month per person on SNAP.
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SNAP benefits will restart, but it will be half the normal payment
Courts ordered SNAP payments to restart, and the Trump administration said Monday the food benefits would be half the normal payment. About 1 in 8 U.S. residents get an average of $187 a month per person on SNAP.
https://n.pr/4oLVyDJ
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Responding, embedding, dashboarding: curated articles, Oct 27-Nov 2, 2025
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Center for Accountability & Performance -
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Accountability and Performance Update – Oct 27-Nov 2, 2025
Responding to Response Times Barrett & Greene For emergency services, every moment can spell the difference between a minor incident and a crippling injury or a death. To the general public, fa…
https://bit.ly/47xxoGc
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Brennan Center
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As the federal shutdown comes up on one month, states are showing what a functional government can do: defending voting rights, protecting food aid, and more.
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States Step Up as Washington Stalls
With Congress paralyzed and aid programs in jeopardy, state governments are proving to be laboratories for reform and resistance.
https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/states-step-washington-stalls
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News you may have missed... Red States Are Preparing for an End to the Voting Rights Act via @Politico
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Virginia as a Bellwether: The 2025 Wilder Symposium By The VCU Wilder School Office of Research and Outreach
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Virginia as a Bellwether: The 2025 Wilder Symposium - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By The VCU Wilder School Office of Research and OutreachOctober 6, 2025 As Virginians prepare to elect the state’s first female governor, panelists at the 2025 Wilder Symposium explored a restless electorate, a deepening erosion […]
https://patimes.org/virginia-as-a-bellwether-the-2025-wilder-symposium/
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The Role of Nonprofits in the U.S. Economy By Biswanath Bhattacharjee
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The Role of Nonprofits in the U.S. Economy - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Biswanath BhattacharjeeOctober 6, 2025 Nonprofit organizations are a cornerstone of American society, not only by addressing critical social needs but also by serving as a significant driver of the U.S. economy. From hospitals and […]
https://patimes.org/the-role-of-nonprofits-in-the-u-s-economy/
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Democracy & Collaborative Governance in the Caribbean By Dana-Marie Ramjit
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Democracy & Collaborative Governance in the Caribbean - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Dana-Marie RamjitOctober 3, 2025 Introduction The Caribbean is often celebrated as a region of stable democracies. Yet beneath this surface lies a persistent pattern of democratic failure. To understand why, we must look beyond […]
https://patimes.org/democracy-collaborative-governance-in-the-caribbean/
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Happy Halloween! We hope everyone has a great - safe - night and weekend celebrating with their friends and communities!
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November begins tomorrow - and we continue our #webinar program with a ton of new topics: - emergency management - DEI and the law - Student networking - Our ongoing Project2025 series! Check out details and register for anything here:
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#Ethics The Lure of Power in Government via #PATimes:
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The Fall 2025 Shutdown Should Have Been Avoided By Michelle M. Buehlmann
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The Fall 2025 Shutdown Should Have Been Avoided - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Michelle M. BuehlmannOctober 3, 2025 In the March 17 issue of PA Times Online I argued that Democrats needed to support the budget deal (“Avoiding a Shutdown is Best”). My main point was simple: a […]
https://patimes.org/the-fall-2025-shutdown-should-have-been-avoided/
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#Jobs! - Placer County, CA is looking for an Assistant County Executive Officer. Check out the listing via PublicServiceCareers:
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States Newsroom
11 days ago
Nevada legislation enacted in 2019 expanded protections for federal workers facing eviction, mortgage foreclosure, and vehicle repossession during a federal government shutdown. via
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Rental assistance safe for now; NV law protecting fed workers during shutdown about to be tested
While federal food assistance benefits are expected to stop Nov. 1, federal housing vouchers providing rental assistance for low-income households should continue as normal, according to housing…
https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/rental-assistance-safe-now-nv-law-protecting-fed-workers-during-shutdown-about-be-tested
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The New York Times
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The Trump administration released a final rule on Thursday that restricted who could participate in a student loan forgiveness program for public servants. Critics say the new rule gives the government broad tools to politicize the program and target groups that do not align with its values.
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Trump Rule Could Ban Some Public Servants From Student Loan Forgiveness
A new rule could disqualify certain employers from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that are deemed to be engaged in “illegal activities.”
https://nyti.ms/3Xa7Tpr
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#Motivation
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead, American Cultural Anthropologist
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Flexibility Within Structure: The H-1B Visa National Interest Exception as a Model for Administrative Discretion By George Farag
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Flexibility within Structure: The H-1B Visa National Interest Exception as a Model for Administrative Discretion - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By George FaragOctober 3, 2025 President Trump’s September 19 proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions shocked employers, universities and foreign workers. Effective September 21, the move is framed as protecting U.S. […]
https://patimes.org/flexibility-within-structure-the-h-1b-visa-national-interest-exception-as-a-model-for-administrative-discretion/
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Now on @Pub_integrity: Role of AI in Combating Corruption in the U.S. Federal Government: Case Study 2019–2024 By Irakli Petriashvili and Suzanne Piotrowski
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Available for free with an ASPA Section on Ethics membership!
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NPR
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Nearly a month into the shutdown, pressure is mounting on air traffic controllers, who are required to work without pay. In the 2019 shutdown, a staffing shortage of controllers led to major disruptions at airports on the East Coast — and may have hastened a funding deal to reopen the government.
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Air traffic controllers helped end the last government shutdown, and may again
A shortage of air traffic controllers may have played a role in ending the last government shutdown in 2019. U.S airlines are once again bracing for possible delays in commercial aviation.
https://n.pr/48Norea
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Looking for e-learning? Check out our #webinar program (live events open to all) - BookTalks, KeepingCurrent programing and (new!) our Project 2025 series! Find all current programs on our website:
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Philadelphia Inquirer Food
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K&A Bagel Cafe is offering free bagels to anyone impacted by the government shutdown. K&A will put out free bags of bagels Wednesdays through Sundays for as long as the shutdown continues.
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This Cherry Hill bagel shop is giving out bagels to people hurt by the government shutdown
K&A will put out free bags of bagels Wednesdays through Sundays for as long as the shutdown continues.
https://www.inquirer.com/news/new-jersey/ka-bagels-free-cherry-hill-government-shutdown-20251028.html?utm_campaign=edit_phillyinqfood_bsky_traffic&int_promo=newsroom
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So thrilled our long-term institutional partner, Rutgers University-Newark, has renewed for another year! So glad to support your MPA students and others on their journey! If your school, department or agency wants info, contact us!
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So thrilled our long-term institutional partner, Rutgers University-Newark, has renewed for another year! So glad to support your MPA students and others on their journey! If your school, department or agency wants info, contact us!
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#PATimes:
Modern Challenges Local Governments Will Face in 2025 and Beyond By Nicholas Kandrac
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The Antithetical Coalition: The Winding Path Paradigm of Religious Authority in Public Administration - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Shernica L. FergusonSeptember 29, 2025 Religious authority has had a genealogy embedded in bureaucratic channels for ages. The established framework of non-secular decision making shapes modern bureaucracy in ways neither Weber nor Lipsky anticipated. […]
https://patimes.org/the-antithetical-coalition-the-winding-path-paradigm-of-religious-authority-in-public-administration/
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#Equity
The Trump Administration Is Erasing American History Told by Public Lands and Waters via American Progress
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The Trump Administration Is Erasing American History Told by Public Lands and Waters
Through a series of executive orders targeting place names, signage on, and access to public lands and waters, the Trump administration is erasing important chapters of American history.
https://www.americanprogress.org/article/the-trump-administration-is-erasing-american-history-told-by-public-lands-and-waters/
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Today's edition of our news digest, Federal Workforce in Turmoil, is available. We're tracking current events related to the ongoing changes to the federal workforce so you don't have to - in your inbox or via the link below.
https://t.co/gtsteIPEsh
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Voting begins Dec. 1 but you have to be a member to receive a ballot! Check your membership status and rejoin/renew if needed!
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#ThisWeek is out with #webinars, #ASPA2026 programs and updates, news, #jobs and more! Check out your copy in your inbox and get involved with ASPA #ThisWeek!
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John M. Kamensky
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Do's/Don'ts, Performance, New Book - curated articles, Oct 20-26, 2025
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Center for Accountability & Performance -
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Accountability and Performance Update – Oct 20-26, 2025
Strengthening Performance Management Barrett & Greene Here’s a recap of Do’s and Don’ts in strengthening performance management systems, based on the last Urban Institute report by the late Har…
https://bit.ly/4nrBqG3
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The Antithetical Coalition: The Winding Path Paradigm of Religious Authority in Public Administration By Shernica L. Ferguson
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The Antithetical Coalition: The Winding Path Paradigm of Religious Authority in Public Administration - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Shernica L. FergusonSeptember 29, 2025 Religious authority has had a genealogy embedded in bureaucratic channels for ages. The established framework of non-secular decision making shapes modern bureaucracy in ways neither Weber nor Lipsky anticipated. […]
https://patimes.org/the-antithetical-coalition-the-winding-path-paradigm-of-religious-authority-in-public-administration/
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Ready for our next Project 2025 #webinar? Join us Nov. 13 for: Redefining Governance: How Project 2025 Impacts Institutions and Social Trust. More info online:
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PAR
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New research article in PAR: How Do Algorithmic Decision-Making Systems Used in Public Benefits Determinations Fail? Insights From Legal Challenges by Esra Gules-Guctas:
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Special thanks to all who supported the
#SELC2022
and helped make this project possible:
#SELC2022
Co-Chairs: Richard Greggory Johnson III,
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SELC 2022 FINAL Conference Program-6-24-22 at 827pm-small.pdf
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News you may have missed... What Happens to Public Budgets When Residents Spend Less on the Lottery? via
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What Happens to Public Budgets When Residents Spend Less on the Lottery?
In Virginia, lottery income funds about 10 percent of the K-12 budget. Economic fears are leading residents to play less.
https://www.governing.com/finance/what-happens-to-public-budgets-when-residents-spend-less-on-the-lottery
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Digital Governance, Pt. I: Cybersecurity By Troy Chavez
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Digital Governance, Pt. I: Cybersecurity - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Troy ChavezSeptember 29, 2025 The world is going nuclear with artificial intelligence (AI) and chip manufacturing. A digital world isn’t just on the cusp, it’s here. Exciting or frightening depending on the headlines or sci-fi […]
https://patimes.org/digital-governance-pt-i-cybersecurity/
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The Influence of Public Policy on Tariffs Management in North America: An Analysis of the Trilateral Economic Relationship By Imbenzi George
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The Influence of Public Policy on Tariffs Management in North America: An Analysis of the Trilateral Economic Relationship - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Imbenzi GeorgeSeptember 26, 2025 Introduction The economies of Canada, the United States and Mexico in North America are intricately interconnected through a complex web of trade relationships significantly affected by tariffs and public policy […]
https://patimes.org/the-influence-of-public-policy-on-tariffs-management-in-north-america-an-analysis-of-the-trilateral-economic-relationship/
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