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    Aim Higher and PROSPER on the Table

    Education Dive Aug 6, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · The recent unveiling of the Democratic Aim Higher Act sparked conversation regarding the similarities on higher education reform in the PROSPER Act. · What does this…

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    Can Philanthropy Save a City?

    CityLab Aug 5, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · CityLab covers the recent excitement surrounding the city of Stockton and how Mayor Michael Tubbs is attracting donors and philanthropists to invest in the city.  · How…

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    Who Pays for NASA’s Mistakes?

    The Atlantic Aug 5, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · As The Atlantic reports, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has been delayed yet again–this time to spring 2021 with another $800 million needed for funding. · Lawmakers…

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    Is Sustainable Development Still Sustainable?

    Triple Pundit Aug 4, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Triple Pundit, John Paluszek discusses the current challenges we face when trying to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. · Are the UN’s SDGs achievable by…

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    The ACLU is Building a Tech Dream Team

    FastCompany Aug 3, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: • The ACLU is building a product development technology team from United States Digital Service, the New York Times, and Kickstarter that is utilizing data visualization to help educate voters…

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    Building Homes in Flood Zones

    Governing Magazine Aug 3, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · According to Governing Magazine, the number of Americans living in areas at high risk of flooding has increased 14 percent due to lack of policy against…

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    Democracy in the Digital Age

    Medium Aug 3, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Sam Gill discusses the complications in today’s digital society and suggests that the U.S. should develop a set of norms and policies for a safe and democratic…

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    Should Jury Convictions Be Unanimous?

    Governing Magazine Aug 3, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · Alan Ehrenhalt touches on the topic of convictions and explains that there are complications and challenges with both unanimous and split jury decisions. · Do juries always…

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    A Defining Moment in Addressing Homelessness

    Seattle Foundation Aug 2, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · The United States faces an ongoing homelessness crisis as housing prices increase. Kira Zylstra discusses the work she does at All Home King County and explains that…

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    To Build These Homes, We Chose an All-Women Crew

    YES! Magazine Aug 2, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: · The Mudgirls, an all-female crew, works to break down gender barriers and provides women with the opportunity to learn the skills they need to build homes. ·…

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    Learning How to Advocate for a Child With a Disability

    Chalkbeat Aug 1, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Parents offer advice about how you can become the best advocate for your child if they have a disability.  • The author relays information that CPS cut special…

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    Why Hasn’t Florida’s ESSA Plan Been Approved?

    The 74 Jul 31, 2018

    Giving Compass’ Take: • Blair Mann reports that Florida’s ESSA plan has not been approved because it is not in compliance with the law. Failing to achieve compliance will cost the state…

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