How SB2 Undermines Education and Opportunity Guest post by Amy Bolick Since 2014, Florida universities have sharply turned toward more corporate approaches to higher education. In particular, funding has been tied to student earnings in the years immediately following their graduation. This sends the message that higher education is primarily about training white-collar workers and […]
2017 WAKEUP CALL
Guest post by Michael Cardwell It was hard to avoid the inauguration yesterday. If you’ve been avoiding it, or if you feel that knot of frustration in your stomach when it comes up, this article is for you. If you’ve felt demoralized since November 8, 2016, I am writing to you. I believe – like Dr. […]
HCYD #LeadHillsborough Talent Retention & Economic Development
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The HCYD Mass Transit Resolution to the Go Hillsborough Plan
Post by Cesar Hernandez The Hillsborough County Young Democrats have adopted a mass transit resolution that calls on the County Commission to put greater emphasis on mass transit, suggesting that the Go Hillsborough plan takes more of a “Roads First” approach. In the resolution, adopted by its E-board and officers at the end of last month, […]
The Results of the Democratic Presidential Debate Straw Poll Are In!
By Dr. Bill Myers, Director of Public Policy On Tuesday October 13th, the Democratic Party held its first presidential debate. The media conversation quickly turned to an analysis of debate performance with the goal of answering the big question: Who won? CNN asked a group of undecided voters in Nevada who won and their answer […]
6 Questions with Ed Narain: Husband, Father and Florida State Representative
Post by Cesar Hernandez Ed Narain is a bright political thought leader and change agent in the region helping to shape the political landscape. He currently serves as a member of the Florida House of Representatives representing the 61st district. The district includes parts of West and East Tampa, Progress Village, Sulpher Springs and the University Area. Narain […]
6 questions with Lorena Hardwick, Mother, Wife and Tampa Bay Political Influencer
Post by Cesar Hernandez Lorena Hardwick: is a young influencer in the region helping to shape the political landscape for the past decade. Lorena is a Florida State Alumna and has held key roles in non-profit management, community relations and governmental affairs. She is the current Legislative Aide to At Large Tampa City Councilman Mike Suarez, District 1 […]
#LeadHillsborough Conversation Series
Post by Cesar Hernandez IN AN EFFORT TO GATHER THOUGHT LEADERS AND INFLUENCERS WORKING ON INNOVATIVE INITIATIVES THAT WILL BE SHAPING OUR REGION WE WILL BE LAUNCHING AN INTIMATE CONVERSATION SERIES. OVER THE COMING MONTHS WE WILL FEATURE A NUMBER OF LOCAL LEADERS, THINKERS, ENTREPRENEURS, AND ACTIVISTS AS SPEAKERS ON IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY […]