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Why Aren’t More Women in Government?

Why Aren’t More Women in Government?

America is the land of the free and home of brave. Yet as a country, we only rank 72 among the 190 countries that have lower or single parliamentary/congressional house.…

Three Women Environmental Pioneers

Three Women Environmental Pioneers

This month, PA TIMES online asks the question: where are the women in government? In response, my column highlights the works of Rachel Carson, Lois Gibbs and Genevieve Gillette –…

Do Performance Funding Policies Impact Higher Education Outcomes?

Do Performance Funding Policies Impact Higher Education Outcomes?

In recent years, the higher education landscape has been characterized by a growing demand for both increased academic performance and expanded public accountability. Against the backdrop of ever-tightening budgets, a…

Women + Leadership + Public Service = LEGACY

Women + Leadership + Public Service = LEGACY

In contrast to the recognition offered to men in government, the incidence of legacy discussions offered to women seems less prevalent. Yet women are employed as leaders in all levels…

National Service: America’s Tool For Getting Things Done

National Service: America’s Tool For Getting Things Done

National service taps the power of citizens to get things done. Over 1.2 billion hours of national service have been rendered by individuals and communities across America since 1994. But…

Unfolding the Gender Glitch in Management

Unfolding the Gender Glitch in Management

Several Nordic countries have worked hard to provide opportunities for women, including a quota system for participation in politics and providing necessary facilities to make it easier for women’s participation…

Where Are the Women? They Are Everywhere!

Where Are the Women? They Are Everywhere!

One could infer that while men are overtly confident, women may be less likely. Many women may inadvertently disqualify themselves from leadership positions on the false assumption that they may…

A Look Inside the Obama Administration’s 2016 Budget Proposal

A Look Inside the Obama Administration’s 2016 Budget Proposal

The Obama administration unveiled its budget proposal for fiscal year 2016 last month. In this $4 trillion spending plan, the White House looks to pass a budget that funds our…

Women in Federal Government: Is Gender Still an Issue?

Women in Federal Government: Is Gender Still an Issue?

Before the ratification of the 19th Amendment in the early 1920s, women did not have the right to serve in high-ranking, government positions. Since 1933, the U. S. has had…

Where Are the Women?

Where Are the Women?

At the beginning of the 21st century, female voices have become increasingly important and transformative. But there is still much work to be done. As we approach an historic moment…

Times Are Changing, But Not For Women in City Management

Times Are Changing, But Not For Women in City Management

In the 1970s, I was a young local government professional who aspired to become a city manager. I had an MPA from an Ivy League school and an entry level…

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