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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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It was an honor to have you, Mr. President, and we agree: "It's about politics in many people's minds, but it's not. It's about investing in all of America, and leaving no one behind." @POTUS #CCC24 🇺🇸
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President Biden
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Today, I joined the leaders at the National League of Cities to discuss how we’ll continue turning setback into comeback – and leaving no community behind in the process.
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@leagueofcities
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BREAKING @PeteButtigieg signs on to NLC's #LeadingTogether #2020Election Agenda, pledging to work w local leaders on key issues in the 1st 100 days if elected. NLC welcomes commitments from all candidates, as local leaders know partnership is what it takes
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
Thank you @SecretaryPete for the reminder that local-federal partnership is key to creating change and shape policies that will help America's cities, towns, and villages to build back better. #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
"It is essential that there is a non-partisan approach to come up with the funding and dedicate that funding on a local level where you all know how it needs to be used." @TulsiGabbard on #Infrastructure at #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
BREAKING NEWS: @JulianCastro will join NLC and @axios at the City Summit NLC Presidential Forum THIS FRIDAY. The voices of America's cities, towns and villages matter -- we need to know how presidential candidates will work to improve the lives of our residents. #NLCCS
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
Thank you @SecretaryPete for joining our Board Meeting today! We look forward to hearing more from you later this afternoon in our opening general session. #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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. @KamalaHarris 's Family Friendly Schools Act is an important step in supporting America's working families. Better aligning school & work schedules will help community #economicgrowth & #childdevelopment in cities, towns and villages across the country.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
“So many answers are coming from the #local level. Not every answer has to come from Washington.” — . @PeteButtigieg #infrastructure #MovingAmericaForward
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Secretary @PeteButtigieg , thank you for taking time to meet with NLC & @USMayors today! We look forward to building on our partnership to ensure #equity and community engagement as we rebuild our nation's #transportation & #infrastructure . #RebuildWithUs #LeadingTogether @USDOT
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
"America is better when we include everybody, when we see everybody, when we incorporate equity into everything. Equity and inclusion means building a better America... If we do all of this, the country is in a better position than we have ever been in." - @MitchLandrieu46
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
On behalf of America's cities, we'll miss you, Anthony. You really knew how to bring out the best in a place.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Federal-local partnership is the key to America’s #infrastructure future. Local governments are looking forward to #LeadingTogether w/ @USDOT on community #transportation projects. Thank you again @SecretaryPete ! Together we will meet this moment.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Where’s the balance between the crumbling and the new? . @PeteButtigieg says we have a smart mix to get us toward our goals. #MovingAmericaForward #Infrastructure
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
Thank you again @SecretaryPete for your continued partnership with us and local leaders across America’s cities, towns and villages. #NLCCCC #infrastructure #LeadingTogether
@SecretaryPete
Secretary Pete Buttigieg
3 years
Today, I spoke with @leagueofcities about how the imaginative work of America's cities is key to rebuilding our infrastructure and creating millions of jobs.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Thank you to . @PeteButtigieg for signing onto the #LeadingTogether agenda and showcasing your support for infrastructure. #MovingAmericaForward #Infrastructure
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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EXCITING NEWS: @SecretaryPete joins NLC for the upcoming Congressional City Conference as one of our general session speakers! Learn more about his commitment to building a stronger American economy for all cities, towns and villages. #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Cities, towns & villages are ready to work with you @petebuttigieg ! #RebuildWithUs
@PeteButtigieg
Pete Buttigieg
3 years
Any time we can make the federal government work better for state, local, territorial, and tribal parters we should.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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ANNOUNCEMENT: President-Elect @JoeBiden will be addressing the National League of Cities membership at #NLCCS about his Administration’s priorities for America’s Cities, Towns and Villages tomorrow at 3pm.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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. @PeteButtigieg says we have to double BUILD grants to #MoveAmericaForward and we agree we have to do more to break the mold for #infrastructure with cities. #infrastructure #MovingAmericaForward
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Newly elected Mayors visited the @WhiteHouse to discuss issues important to their communities, including the #AmericanRescuePlan and the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw . @DouglasEmhoff @SecretaryPete @AmbRice46 @Phil_Jones_757 @CityofFlagstaff
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Mayors @billpeduto , @PeteButtigieg and @MayorBronin are modeling new forms of economic development by identifying ways to partner with local universities to sponsor visas for immigrant #entrepreneurs to stay and grow their #business locally.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
NLC is proud to have U.S. Secretary of Transportation @SecretaryPete speak on the main stage at #CCCNLC about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which includes once-in-a-generation investments to increase access to safe, clean, and reliable transportation:
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“We are really looking forward to working with the local leaders making this happen.” - @PeteButtigieg , Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation #CCCNLC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Proud to join @usmayors in support of WH Efforts to Encourage Community Conversations
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
With housing prices rising at every point, Salt Lake City is exploring an unusual answer: Build more housing.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
“If cities are nothing more than the people who live in them, the most important investments we could make are in our citizens,” says Mayor @MichaelDTubbs . Read about his love for the City of Stockton here: via @Sorenson_Impact
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
Every city leader should read this.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“When more housing is built are we making sure that communities that were redlined out are not going to be pushed out as those gain value.” — . @PeteButtigieg #infrastructure #MovingAmericaForward
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
We're proud to announce that #CitySummit , the premiere national event for city leaders, will head to Kansas City in 2022!
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
“Climate change should be imbedded in every single issue we talk about. Both sides, republicans and democrats, need to come together to deal with the issues of #climate .” @WalshFreedom at #NLCCS ’s Presidential Forum
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@leagueofcities
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“Hunger impacts all of our communities… From the richest zip codes to the poorest, hunger is everywhere.” - @RepMcGovern spoke to attendees about the importance of bipartisan partnership to end hunger in America.
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National League of Cities
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BREAKING: Presidential candidate and former Vice President @JoeBiden signs on to NLC's #LeadingTogether #2020Election Agenda, pledging to work w/ local leaders on key issues in the 1st 100 days if elected. #2020election #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
🎉 EXCITING NEWS: We are excited to welcome @CNN political contributor and host of The Van Jones Show, @VanJones68 to City Summit's main stage for a discussion on race & equity. Hear from one of the most compelling and powerful voices in America. #NLCCS
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY from all of us to all of you! We honor and celebrate the work, accomplishments and legacy of all women. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2020 #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
America’s cities, towns and villages know infrastructure is a job worth doing, and we are elated that Congress voted today to partner with us to get this job done for the American people. #ReadyToRebuild
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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. @POTUS 's proposed budget would slash programs that cities rely on. We're calling on Congress to throw it out. #FightTheCuts
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
WE DID IT!!! NLC leadership is at the White House today as @POTUS signs the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) into law. This legislation includes transformative infrastructure investments for communities across the country.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“There isn’t any body worth their salt who wasn’t down and got back up. I think resilience is required for all of us. We can either give up or move forward.” @mariashriver , we will carry these words with us. #NLCLA
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Thank you @POTUS for having @usmayors & our @leagueofcities President @Woodards4Tacoma at the White House this afternoon to discuss how local leaders are putting this administration’s historic investments to work in our communities!
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“If cities are nothing more than the people who live in them, the most important investments we could make are in our citizens,” says Mayor @MichaelDTubbs Read about his love for the City of Stockton here: via @Sorenson_Impact
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
7 years
We're here in Pittsburgh for the start of #CitySummit ! Special thanks to our welcoming host @CityPGH
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
NLC is proud to announce @SecretaryPete , U.S. Department Secretary of Transportation, @A_Y_Castillo , Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development, and Janice Bowdler, Counselor for Racial Equity, as General Session speakers! #CitySummit2021
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
Today, NLC is launching the #CitiesAreEssential Campaign. For the sake of our nation's economy & quality of life, we need a federal partner to help communities rebuild & recover from the #COVID19 pandemic.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
Instead of making this a partisan issue or pointing fingers, let's work together to ensure every American has a place to call home. Ending #housing instability & #homelessness is a top priority for local leaders in cities large & small.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
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The homeless situation in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and many other Democrat Party run cities throughout the Nation is a state and local problem, not a federal problem....
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
Happy birthday to NLC’s incredible leader, @ceanthony50 🎂! Here’s to many more years of compassionate service and leadership!
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
Thank you to @SecretaryPete for joining us during this morning's #CitySummit2021 General Session to have a Q&A with @JoeBuscaino about the recently passed #IIJA . Here's a short clip answering a question from @clegg4council :
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
Only cities w 500,000+ residents are eligible for direct funding through the Coronavirus Relief Fund. That's why NLC and @usmayors are calling on congress to ensure that communities of ALL SIZES impacted by #COVID19 have direct access to emergency funding. #CARESAct
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Cities, towns, and villages have been asking for federal support to help respond to #COVID19 for nearly a year. We are thrilled to see the House pass the #AmericanRescuePlan with direct relief to all 19,000+ American hometowns communities.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
“Prior generations risked their lives to give us our roads and bridges and pipes and sewers. They're falling apart. We've got to begin rebuilding our #infrastructure immediately, that's why I'm running for president.” - @WalshFreedom at #NLCCS ’s Presidential Forum
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
Congratulations @LittleRockMayor ! We're proud to welcome you as the 2018 president of the National League of Cities #CitiesStrongTogether
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
. @VP Thank you so much for your remarks, priority updates from the Administration on #COVID19 , American Rescue Plan, and more. As a former local leader, you have first-hand experience of what local leaders face every day. Thank you for joining #NLCCCC today.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
Happy #CityHallSelfie Day from your "City Hall in Washington"! We're honored to work on behalf of America's cities, towns and villages 😊 @CityHallSelfie
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“You can bomb a city, you can flood a city… but if a city invests in it’s people, the city will come back.” #CitySummit
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
“Our national discourse has become dominated by the idea that we’re in a zero sum game, where you can’t win unless the other side loses. But I refuse to believe that this is the true state of our nation.” - @ceanthony50 #NLCLA
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
8 years
Tell the candidates to #StandWithCities ! Sign our #Election2016 platform: #NLCDC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
. @karenaboutgary knew she wanted to be mayor at seven years old. Her love of Gary, Indiana knows no bounds. Today, NLC is giving you a sneak peak of her presendential initiative: #LoveMyCity . We’re celebrating the passion and dedication of local leaders across the country. #NLCLA
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
JUST ANNOUNCED: @VP @KamalaHarris will join NLC at the upcoming Congressional City Conference. During CCC, hear her remarks on the next steps toward recovery from #COVID19 , key priorities and opportunities to partner with America's local leaders. #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
7 years
Watch: Mayor Johnny DuPree and Mayor Pete Buttigieg speak to the House for #infrastructureweek 🏗
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“This is an extraordinary time for America and we know the future of #America rests in the ideas, the innovation, and the passion that we see in American cities.” @Ron_Nirenberg speaking at #NLCCS
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
“I don’t believe elected leaders can legislate away hate. But I’m still filled with hope because YOU are ambassadors of inclusion.” @SteveBenjaminSC it is our honor to call you and @usmayors our friends and partners. #NLCLA
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
BREAKING: Presidential candidate @ewarren signs on to NLC's #LeadingTogether #2020Election Agenda, pledging to work w/ local leaders on key issues in the 1st 100 days if elected. #2020election
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
To our dear friend @zonemat , thank you for leadership at NLC and in the city of Cleveland, Ohio. Congratulations on your years of public service. We wish you nothing but the best!
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National League of Cities
2 years
At the #UnitedWeStand summit, Mayors discuss efforts to combat hate-fueled violence & build unity at the local level in communities across the country.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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"If people hadn’t shown up to help me, where would I be?" Astrophysicist and author @HakeemOluseyi shared his inspiring story with attendees during the #CitySummit23 general session and pressed the importance of lifting each other up.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“If you’re farmer in rural America, you need infrastructure. If you’re in a factory in the mid west, you need infrastructure. If you’re in an urban area, you need infrastructure.” - Mayor @marty_walsh . Infrastructure is for everyone. #Axios360 #RebuildWithUs
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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"Opioids are now the leading cause of death for people under the age of 50...We have to have a commitment to making sure our youth have better paths" - @MayorMeganBarry challenges city leaders to take action on opioids #citysummit17
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
We're saddened to learn of the passing of Senator John McCain, a true champion of bipartisan cooperation and an enduring symbol of good government through honor. Rest in peace, Senator.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
With its #netneutrality decision, "the FCC put itself on the wrong side of history, the wrong side of the law, and the wrong side of the American public," says FCC Commissioner @JRosenworcel at #NLCDC .
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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A historic moment for NLC! The Local Indigenous Leaders (LIL), NLC'S newest Constituency Group in more than 20 years, hosted their first inaugural membership meeting at #CCC23 .
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“No matter where or how we serve, we have the power to help others see even greater possibilities. How do we do that? We invest in people and we build partnerships, and when we bring people and partnerships together, the result can be endless possibilities.” - @Woodards4Tacoma
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
The Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee welcomed @Pollytrott , Deputy Secretary at @USDOT , who spoke about investments in the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw and the need to prioritize road safety in our communities.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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“I want to make sure that we’re not only fighting for the middle class. But somewhere along the way we forgot to fight with the same intensity for the poor.” - @JulianCastro at #NLCCS ’s Presidential Forum
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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More than 200 million people across the United States live in a city, town or village that they love. Today, NLC is so excited to announce our new #LoveMyCity site - to help you share why you love your community.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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Cities, towns and villages are leading the way in getting to zero! NLC is proud to announce our commitment to @USDOT ’s National Roadway Safety Strategy to reduce roadway fatalities. Join us and let’s create #SaferRoads for all. #VisionZero
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National League of Cities
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
As a former local elected official, President-elect @JoeBiden reinforced his commitment to work with local municipalities in seeing America's cities, towns, and villages recover from the pandemic and move our nation forward. @thehill
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
1 year
Happy #internationalwomensday from the women of NLC! These women relentlessly advocate for cities, towns and villages across the country, and we couldn't be more grateful for their spirit and dedication.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
Our CEO and Executive Director @CEAnthony50 says “The draft coronavirus relief package released today is out of touch with the grim reality facing communities large and small across the nation.” #HEALSAct #CitiesAreEssential Read more:
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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#CitySummitKC is officially a wrap! We couldn't have asked for a better conference or attendees! We hope you all enjoyed it as much as we did, and we can't wait to see you again next year!
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
Every American deserves a place to call home. NLC is proud to announce a new national task force comprised of 18 elected city leaders to respond to the growing challenges of #housing , so that all of our residents have access to safe, affordable housing.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
Local government takeover of Capitol Hill today! Over 200 mayors, councilmembers and other delegates will be in meetings with Members of Congress and federal agency officials all over Washington, urging federal action and partnership on #infrastructure #RebuildWithUs #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
November we celebrate #NativeAmericanHeritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This month we celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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"Power is waking up every day and making a difference in someone's life. I hope that every day, you will wake up and decide to make a difference in someone's life" - @MayorMeganBarry inspires #citysummit17 attendees
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
4 years
“I think [housing] has to be a priority. If more and more people are being left behind, then we aren't doing our jobs properly. We as city governments set the conditions for the #housing market to thrive or decline.” @Ron_Nirenberg at #NLCCS
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
"We must work together to create cities that are conscious, caring, smartly designed, dementia-friendly, and well-prepared to support citizens as they age," writes @mariashriver
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
2 years
"You’re the people America looks to first for guidance and for leadership, city managers, mayors, council persons. When they have a problem, they’re knocking on your door. That’s because their quality of life depends on you more than anyone else." - @POTUS #CCCNLC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
“People think of me as an investor and a businessman. But I’m an engineer.” - @elonmusk and @MayorOfLA discuss innovation, leadership, technology, and of course, LA traffic. #NLCLA
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
. @Ron_Nirenberg proudly testifying before Congress to advocate for more #infrastructure investment in America's cities, towns and villages. Local voices are integral to rebuilding and modernizing our nation's infrastructure. #RebuildWithUs #NLCCCC
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
3 years
We applaud the House for advancing #AmericanRescuePlan to @POTUS 's Desk. Local leaders have worked tirelessly to bring direct relief to America's cities, towns, and villages. And we did it. Read the full statement from NLC CEO @ceanthony50 #NLCDelivers
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
5 years
Every American deserves a home. Thank you @karenaboutgary & @MayorBowserfor helping NLC begin an important national conversation on the #HousingCrisis . And thank you to the elected officials & experts whose insights will help us shape national #housing policies. #Leaders4Housing
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
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"I don't know about you but I've never seen 'Democrat' or 'Republican' potholes. Everyone understands the importance of infrastructure. It's time to stop talking and to start doing." - @karenaboutgary on why #infrastructure is nonpartisan #NLCCCC #RebuildWithUs
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
3800 attendees. 4 days. 1 amazing conference. Thank you for making #NLCLA an incredible success.
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
6 years
We're so proud to see NLC CEO @CEAnthony50 honored in public spaces across Washington, D.C. for #BlackHistoryMonth .
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@leagueofcities
National League of Cities
1 year
NLC President @Woodards4Tacoma addressed attendees at this week's #MayorsDC23 meeting, emphasizing our important partnership with @usmayors in advancing the priorities of cities, towns & villages everywhere!
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