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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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#Jobs: The Council on Foreign Relations is posting for a 2026-27 International Affairs Fellow. Find the listing via publicservicecareers/org! Check out the rest of the listings and post your own!
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Thrilled to welcome new folks to ASPA this fall! City of Carlisle LEAD ACQUIRE DO INSPIRE University of Texas at Dallas United States Senate We hope you make the most of the ASPA community!
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#ASPA2026 registration is open! Members: register between now and Oct 7 at our special launch rate! We'll look forward to seeing everyone on the Walk of Fame this March!
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#Equity
Higher Education’s Diversity Myth via
@Governing
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Higher Education’s Diversity Myth
These programs are under relentless attack but there is no evidence that they’ve given Black Americans any disproportionate benefit.
https://www.governing.com/policy/higher-educations-diversity-myth
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Remember! All #ASPA2026 proposals are due by this Friday, Sept. 26, at midnight ET! Submit your ideas and we'll see who gets placed on the agenda for March!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
#ASPA2026
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#PATimes
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Lessons from Africa: Could Shared Housing Be the Preventive Solution to America’s Homelessness Crisis? By Funmi Adebajo
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Lessons from Africa: Could Shared Housing Be the Preventive Solution to America’s Homelessness Crisis? - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Funmi AdebajoSeptember 15, 2025 Introduction: Framing the Crisis Homelessness in the United States remains one of the most urgent social challenges of our time. On a single night in January 2024, more than 771,000 […]
https://patimes.org/lessons-from-africa-could-shared-housing-be-the-preventive-solution-to-americas-homelessness-crisis-2/
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ASPA's e-learning keeps going! This Wednesday we're showcasing the code compliance field and what a career as a code expert looks like! Next up? Disaster response! Check out all of our upcoming events on our website and register today!
www.aspanet.org/webi...
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John M. Kamensky
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Performance Summit, collaborative governance: curated articles, week of Sept 15-21, 2025
@aspanational.bsky.social
Center for Accountability & Performance-
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Accountability and Performance Update – Sept 15-21, 2025
The “Performance Counts” Summit Government Executive The best ideas in government performance don’t always start in Washington. They come from state capitols, city halls and county offices, places …
https://bit.ly/46wQo7f
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News you may have missed... Upgrades Begin on Plane Donated by Qatar to Serve as Air Force One via @NYTimes
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Upgrades Begin on Plane Donated by Qatar to Serve as Air Force One
The 747 jetliner needs extensive security modifications. Some members of Congress worry that President Trump will pressure the Air Force to do the work too quickly.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/16/us/politics/trump-air-force-one-qatar.html
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Reality, Challenges and Opportunities facing the Next Mayor of New York City By Stephen R. Rolandi
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Reality, Challenges and Opportunities facing the Next Mayor of New York City                - 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. RolandiSeptember 15, 2025 “What is the city but for the people?” — William Shakespeare (1564-1616), English playwright and poet “The chief function of the city is to convert power into form, energy […]
https://patimes.org/reality-challenges-and-opportunities-facing-the-next-mayor-of-new-york-city/
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Risk Assessment, Hazard Mitigation and “Normal Accidents”: The Case of Camp Mystic By Nathan Myers
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Risk Assessment, Hazard Mitigation and “Normal Accidents”: The Case of Camp Mystic - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Nathan MyersAugust 11, 2025 As the U.S. continues to experience regular weather-related emergencies, it is worth considering how the views of Charles Perrow can help us to better understand these events. Perrow is most […]
https://patimes.org/risk-assessment-hazard-mitigation-and-normal-accidents-the-case-of-camp-mystic/
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The Unitary Executive Theory, U.S. Constitution and Public Administration By Tom Hulst
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The Unitary Executive Theory, U.S. Constitution and 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 Tom R. HulstAugust 11, 2025 There has been substantial discussion of “unitary executive theory” in recent years. This theory, originating from Article II of the Constitution, has ignited debate concerning the constitutional balance of […]
https://patimes.org/the-unitary-executive-theory-u-s-constitution-and-public-administration/
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#accountability
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ICYMI: We've extended the
#ASPA2026
call for proposals deadline to next Friday, Sept 26! 7 more days to send in your ideas!
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#Ethics
The Bureaucracy Revisited By Joseph Jarret via
#PATimes
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The Bureaucracy Revisited - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Joe JarretAugust 11, 2025 Introduction Approximately 50 years ago, scholar Peter M. Blau asserted that the basic characteristics of bureaucratic organizations are specialization, a hierarchy of authority, a system of rules and impersonality. Adler […]
https://patimes.org/the-bureaucracy-revisited/
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The Value of Evidence-Based Decisions By Thomas E. Poulin
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The Value of Evidence-Based Decisions - 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. PoulinAugust 11, 2025 Public administrators face an unbeatable obstacle – they must address unlimited evolving challenges with limited resources. To optimize results they must think strategically and critically, making those decisions most […]
https://patimes.org/the-value-of-evidence-based-decisions/
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#Jobs! Do you have a public service/higher ed job that you want to ensure the whole world sees? Post it via
publicservicecareers...
#Jobs!
- ASPA's job board with a few of our sister orgs. We'll make sure it gets spread around, too!
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Only one day left! All #ASPA2026 proposals are due by tomorrow at midnight! Get yours in now!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
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#Motivation
"if you're going to think, you might as well think positive. Remember, positive thoughts and actions are seeds that will produce positive results." - Robert Tew, Australian Rugby Player
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Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs): Opportunities or Threats for U.S. Fiscal Stability? By Stephen R. Rolandi
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Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs): Opportunities or Threats for U.S. Fiscal Stability? - 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. RolandiAugust 8, 2025 Public finance courses typically focus on the economic, public policy and legal aspects of government intervention in a national, state or local economy. Course topics usually include: revenue collection; […]
https://patimes.org/sovereign-wealth-funds-swfs-opportunities-or-threats-for-u-s-fiscal-stability/
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Only two more days until the #ASPA2026 Call for Proposals closes! Send your ideas in now!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
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ASPA President John Bartle has released his September column, reflecting on the current state of the U.S. federal civil service. We hope you continue to join with ASPA to support the merit-based civil service.
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So pleased to welcome new members to ASPA in time for the fall! Miami-Dade County Millersville U. E. Marlsboro Twnshp U. of Vermont John Jay College! Thrilled to have you as part of our community!
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Healthcare for All? Public Perspectives on Potential Medicaid Funding Cuts By The VCU Wilder School Office of Research and Outreach
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Healthcare for All? Public Perspectives on Potential Medicaid Funding Cuts - 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 OutreachAugust 8, 2025 With so many issues up for debate in today’s contentious political climate, one of the topics at the forefront of conversations is health […]
https://patimes.org/healthcare-for-all-public-perspectives-on-potential-medicaid-funding-cuts/
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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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The Return of Administrative Wisdom in the Age of Artificial Intelligence By Mauricio Covarrubias
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The Return of Administrative Wisdom in the Age of Artificial Intelligence - 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 CovarrubiasAugust 8, 2025 We live in an era increasingly shaped by data, algorithms and automation. Within this context, public discourse often celebrates the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in government. From predictive […]
https://patimes.org/the-return-of-administrative-wisdom-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence/
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John M. Kamensky
9 days ago
Birthday, systems, training materials: curated articles, Sept 8-14, 2025
@aspanational.bsky.social
Center for Accountability & Performance -
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Accountability and Performance Update – Sept 8-14, 2025
Happy Birthday to a Performance Pioneer Barrett & Greene Terrell Blodgett, who turns 102 today (Sept 15), is one of the pioneers of the modern-day adoption and use of performance management at …
https://bit.ly/4nwVCGW
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Only five days left! Make sure you submit your #ASPA2026 proposal by midnight (ET) this Friday, Sept 19! And then wait to see if you're on the agenda next March in LA!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
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News you may have missed... Misinformation, Fear and Politics – How a South Dakota County Drove Away Millions in Solar Energy via @TheGuardian
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Misinformation, fear and politics – how a South Dakota county drove away millions in solar energy
Colton Berens was looking forward to the added income from his farm, but armed with rightwing falsehoods, other Selby residents opposed the move
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/sep/10/south-dakota-solar-energy
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The Case for Optimism By Ian Coyle
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The Case for Optimism - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Ian CoyleAugust 8, 2025 In the last few years alone, local government leaders across the country have faced situations of turmoil. ARPA money drying up. Floods and fires and other natural disasters testing the […]
https://patimes.org/the-case-for-optimism/
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Psychological Safety: The Cornerstone of a Modern Fire Service Organization By Derrick Phillips
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Psychological Safety: The Cornerstone of a Modern Fire Service Organization - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Derrick PhillipsAugust 4, 2025 In the high-stakes world of the fire service, the ability to communicate, adapt and collaborate under pressure is not just a cultural asset, it is a survival imperative. Yet amid […]
https://patimes.org/psychological-safety-the-cornerstone-of-a-modern-fire-service-organization/
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Large Language Models Are Transforming Evidence-Based Policy-Making By Dennis McBride
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Large Language Models Are Transforming Evidence-Based Policy-Making - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Dennis McBrideAugust 4, 2025 Artificial Intelligence, specifically, Large Language Models (LLMs), will thrust evidence-based policy-making to a new level. LLM technology will serve as a powerful facilitator—a smart, even live collaboration capability connecting public […]
https://patimes.org/large-language-models-are-transforming-evidence-based-policy-making/
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Time flies! The #ASPA2026 Call for Proposals window is closing in just one week! All proposals due by midnight (eastern time) on Sept 19! Start finalizing yours today!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
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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/htjGfBE8Tj
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#Ethics ASPA's Code of Ethics includes 8 tenets. #1: Advance the Public Interest. Promote the interests of the public and put service to the public above service to oneself. Find them all at
www.aspanet.org/ethics
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Business Innovation With Blockchain and ML: A New Era in Supply Chain Management By Biswanath Bhattacharjee
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Business Innovation With Blockchain and ML: A New Era in Supply Chain Management - 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 BhattacharjeeAugust 4, 2025 In today’s complex global economy, supply chains serve as the circulatory system of commerce. From sourcing raw materials to delivering finished goods, efficient and secure supply chain operations are vital for […]
https://patimes.org/business-innovation-with-blockchain-and-ml-a-new-era-in-supply-chain-management/
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Wow - only eight days until the #ASPA2026 Call for Proposals closes. Want to be in the program next March in LA? Submit your ideas by the deadline!
www.aspanet.org/annu...
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If you're looking for e-learning, we have a packet fall ahead! Check out our running list at
aspanet.org/webinars
and register for an upcoming event! Next up: BookTalk: Achieving Social Equity: From Problems to Solutions September 16 at 1 p.m. ET!
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Today we honor those who lost - and gave - their lives on Sept. 11. 24 years have passed but their memories will be a blessing always. For those emergency responders who were on duty during those hard days, thank you for your service.
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ASPA’s Section on Int’l & Comparative Administration
14 days ago
#HeadyRoundtable
#ASPA_SICA
Join us for the
#ASPA_SICA
2025 Ferrel Heady Roundtable on Thursday, October 16, 1-2pm ET. It will be an international and multidisciplinary exchange of ideas around public governance challenges in AI.
@aspanational.bsky.social
Registration:
shorturl.at/ngKJx
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In Other News By Sarah Sweeney "Don't give up on each other...." - truer words were never spoken!
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In Other News - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Sarah SweeneyAugust 4, 2025 As I opened my news platforms to see what might inspire this month’s submission, I began to notice an unsettling trend of violence that had occurred in the past 72 hours. […]
https://patimes.org/in-other-news/
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This month's Bridge is out with a ton of PA-wide news - conferences, surveys, public statements, rulemakings, webinars, events and more! Check out your edition in your inbox, via the link below or on our website -
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So excited to have West Chester University as an institutional member for another year - and providing their MPA students with early career learning! If your uni is interested, contact us for details and start the school year right!
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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.
t.co/MDPURur8gU
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#ThisWeek is out with #webinars, #ASPA2026 reminders, news, #jobs and a statement in support of the public service pipeline. Check it out in your inbox and get involved with ASPA #ThisWeek!
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Today’s Newest “Job Learnings” By Marvin N. Pichla
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Today’s Newest “Job Learnings” - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Marvin N. PichlaAugust 1, 2025 Today’s workplace, employment processes and situations are NOT the same. Technology, global markets, world politics, hybrid learning, instantaneous communication and multiple other factors have altered the traditional employer-employee relationship […]
https://patimes.org/todays-newest-job-learnings/
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ASPANational
John M. Kamensky
16 days ago
AI, Evaluation, & Accountability - curated articles, Sept 1-7, 2025
@aspanational.bsky.social
Center for Accountability & Performance -
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Accountability and Performance Update – Sept 1-7, 2025
Using AI to Make the Most of Evidence Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development To make a more effective use of evaluation reports, Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs developed&nb…
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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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