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FROM THE WV ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE: The right to trial by jury was central to both the American Revolution and the creation of the Bill of Rights. Learn more about this important history at: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/enhfzWcG

Spouses of honorably discharged veterans enrolled at an Arizona public university or participating community college are eligible to receive free tuition on a first-come, first-served basis. The award amount is up to the cost of in-state tuition and mandatory fees after other financial aid. To qualify: Be an Arizona resident and continue to be a resident while receiving the scholarship. Qualify for in-state tuition. Read here for more information about in-state tuition and residency: ASU, NAU, and UArizona. Be the spouse of an honorably discharged U.S. Armed Forces veteran. Be admitted and enrolled at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, the University of Arizona, or a community college. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Allow the release of information necessary to determine continued eligibility for the scholarship. For more information about the scholarship, check with the financial aid office at ASU, NAU, or UArizona, or the college you are applying to or attending. Information is also available in ABOR policy. If your institution would like to participate in this program, please email aborprograms@azregents.edu. Veteran Spouses | Arizona Board of Regents (azregents.edu)

The Texas Tribune will convene a diverse group of Texans and experts in multiple fields for “We the Texans: A Symposium on the State of Democracy” at UHD on Tuesday, Feb. 27, and online. During the daylong event, we’ll examine the state of democracy in Texas, what can be done to reinvigorate trust and encourage civic engagement, and how we can work together to solve local, regional, and statewide challenges. Up for discussion: ▪️ Voter turnout — and how to increase it. ▪️ The local media landscape — and how it’s helping or hurting. ▪️ How young Texans are making a difference — and changing the conversation. ▪️ Governing Texas communities and the challenges that come with it — especially at the local level. RSVP today: https://trib.it/HJV

Another look back at our Advocate Q&A from this past year brings us to Eugene McFeely, senior director of veteran affairs and services. We talked with McFeely about the importance of the Center, his background, and the future of student veteran impact at Penn State. Read his Q&A here https://ow.ly/H0UB50Ql7hP!

Dear Konyin Ajayi, I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation for the magnificent edifice that stands as a testament to your vision and dedication. Your remarkable achievements have not gone unnoticed, and for that, I applaud you. However, with the utmost respect, I find myself compelled to share a sentiment that has been growing within the hearts of your devoted flock. As a shepherd entrusted with guiding us in the ways of faith, your actions carry significant weight and influence. It is in this light that I wish to express my thoughts concerning your recent decision to lend your expertise as a co-counsel in the defence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, an individual whose past remains veiled in secrecy. The perplexity among your Christian brethren is undeniable. We hold you in the highest regard as a beacon of moral and spiritual guidance, but your involvement in the defence of a figure shrouded in ambiguity has ignited a disquiet within our hearts. Our faith, akin to tender lambs in your nurturing flock, has encountered a tremor as we grapple to reconcile this choice with the ethical principles we hold dear. Your position as a distinguished senior minister in the House of God elicits an expectation that you would be held to a standard of ethical conduct beyond the ordinary. Your association with a client embroiled in controversies, seeking to safeguard his dark history from scrutiny, raises perplexing questions that tug at our collective faith. Moreover, the composition of the defence team, spearheaded by a law firm entangled in allegations of manipulating justice for its benefit, further fuels our concerns. We find ourselves questioning whether the very principles of righteousness and impartiality that you have so passionately preached could inadvertently be compromised. I humbly urge you to reflect upon these concerns, not as criticism but as an earnest plea from those who regard you as a spiritual guide. Our faith, like a delicate vessel, must remain steady in the tempestuous seas of uncertainty. Your wisdom and discernment have the power to restore the tranquillity that has been unsettled. May you continue to find strength in your unwavering commitment to the path of righteousness, and may your decisions be guided by the profound values that have inspired us all. With the deepest respect, Lawrence C. Nnoli  

https://lnkd.in/g5pyQZev On a day celebrating American independence, we are well served to examine the preamble to the Constitution. How do right-wing exclusionary acts reflect what America should be for ALL of ourselves and our Posterity? In a nutshell, they don't and it's time for us to return to the preamble and intention of the Constitution: equal treatment and justice for ALL and protecting this incredible country for generations to come, including the ones coming to age now. Sing it with me, schoolhouse rockers! "We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America"

Creation of the Georgia Public Defense Foundation (GPDF) marks a significant step towards enhancing the public defense system in Georgia, with a focus on two primary objectives: Socially Responsive Resources for Marginalized Clients: The GPDF has placed a strong emphasis on providing resources tailored to the needs of marginalized clients. A notable initiative in this realm is the Ladders Program, launched in 2022. This 12-month program is designed to reduce recidivism among clients that has an impressive 90% graduation rate. Professional Growth of Public Defenders: The foundation is also committed to promoting the professional development of public defenders in Georgia. It achieves this through providing training and educational resources to ensure that defenders are well-equipped to handle their responsibilities and continue to grow in their roles. Learn more about innovations and achievements by Georgia’s Public Defenders at: https://lnkd.in/g32383QN #gpdc

"📅 March 2nd: The day Texas declared its independence in 1836, essentially saying, 'We'll take it from here, thanks!' 🤠 Let's channel that same independent spirit when it comes to planning for our future. Think of long-term care as your declaration of independence for old age. Because honestly, depending on your kids to take care of you is like expecting a cat to fetch your slippers. 🐱🥿 Hilarious in theory, but unlikely. Declare your independence from uncertainty today! #LongTermCare #IndependentSpirit #HistoryLaughs"

🌟 How Old Is Your State? 🌟 The 13 Original Colonies and their years of statehood: Delaware: 1787, Pennsylvania: 1787, New Jersey: 1787, Georgia: 1788, Connecticut: 1788, Massachusetts: 1788, Maryland: 1788, South Carolina: 1788, New Hampshire: 1788, Virginia: 1788, New York: 1788 North Carolina: 1789, Rhode Island: 1790 Interesting Tidbits: - Delaware was the first state to ratify the Constitution, earning it the nickname "The First State." - Virginia, known as the "Mother of Presidents," is the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents. - Rhode Island was the last of the original 13 colonies to ratify the Constitution, holding out until 1790. - Disneyland opened in 1955, four years before Alaska and Hawaii became states in 1959. - Arizona was the last contiguous state to join the Union in 1912. - California was admitted as the 31st state in 1850, without ever being a territory.