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Decisions shaping the U.S. federal government trigger ripple effects that spread throughout America's intergovernmental ecosystem. Changes in state (and commonwealth ?? ) political landscapes are more relevant than ever to anyone interested in the impact of government on the U.S. private and public sectors. #ItsAllConnected No one is better than the Virginia Public Access Project at identifying insightful trends in Virginia government, policy, and politics using credible raw data. VPAP's data visualizations provide invaluable context you can trust in an increasingly dynamic political and regulatory environment. #VPAP #VaPolitics #CampaignFinance #CivicTech #DataDriven #GovernmentAffairs #GovernmentTransparency #LegalInsights #PoliticalData #Politics #PublicPolicy

It’s more than a definition—it’s the foundation of our self-governing society. ??? Understanding how our constitutional democracy works and the role you play in it is essential. Civic knowledge empowers you to engage, vote, and make a difference in your community. See how you can deepen your civics knowledge with Civics Navigator. Visit our website to learn more! #CivicLearningWeek #CivicsMatters #EngageInDemocracy #CivicsNavigator

?? Then vs. Now: Who’s funding Virginia House candidates? In 1996-97, House candidates raised $9M. Fast forward to 2022-23, and that number skyrocketed to nearly $90M. See how the biggest industry donors have shifted over time. ?? Explore the full visual on our website: https://ow.ly/fwQX50VheLa

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Shelby’s class took our General Assembly WebQuest to the next level—after researching bills, they created their own using a storyboard format! ????? This kind of hands-on, student-driven learning is what our resources are all about—giving students voice and choice in the classroom. Explore the WebQuest and see how it can inspire inquiry-based learning in your classroom! ?? https://ow.ly/lOIm50VfB09 #CivicsEd #StudentVoice #InquiryBasedLearning #VPAP #ResourcesForEducators

?? Meet Our New Board Member: Maurice Jones! Currently serving as Vice President of News at WHRO Public Media, Maurice previously held the role of Secretary of Commerce and Trade under the McAuliffe administration. #Welcome #BoardMember #VPAP #VirginiaPolitics

?? Civic Learning Week is here! Ensuring every individual has the tools to engage as an informed citizen is key to a thriving republic. That’s why VPAP is equipping teachers with free, engaging resources to bring civic education to life in the classroom. Join us in celebrating the power of civic learning! Learn more about Civics Navigator at vpap.org/civics #CivicLearningWeek #CivicEducation #EngagedCitizens

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