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In this Convo of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Drew Slater, Executive Director Energize Delaware. The Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility is a non-profit that gives energy-efficiency grants and low-interest loans to qualified borrowers, helping them install solar energy systems or make energy efficiency upgrades. Energize Delaware programs aid residents, businesses, nonprofits, government facilities, farms, faith organizations and schools to become energy efficient.Before becoming the second executive director of Energize Delaware, Drew built a resume of 20 years of experience in various roles, such as Delaware's Public Advocate, then-Rep. John Carney's Kent and Sussex coordinator and legislative assistant for the State Senate. In his work with the Office of Public Advocate, he worked to strengthen the state's Renewable Portfolio Standards and the competition of the Artificial Island project to improve reliability for the electric grid.He and Ted discuss the comprehensive and community driven array of programs that Energize Delaware offers, including energy audits, rebates, low interest loans or grants for large renewable energy systems, and programs available to low-income customers. He specifically highlights the weatherization assistance program, solar initiatives and incentives, and programs for farmers, ranchers, growers, and other agri-businesses to take charge of their energy future. He also shares how Energize Delaware works collaboratively with the utility, working together to ensure market certainty, avoiding program duplicity, and regularly introducing new, innovative, and relevant solutions to power their community with clean, efficient, and affordable energy.

When wheelchair-bound Helen Dansie drowned in an Adelaide pond in 2017, it looked like a tragic accident. But it wasn’t. Her husband had pushed her in - deliberately. Why did he do it? And how did the justice system unravel the truth? In this episode of Crime Insiders | Judgements, dissect the case, the trial, and the appeal. unpacking the motives, the evidence, and the chilling deception behind this disturbing crime. This episode references men's violence against women. If you or someone you know needs assistance, contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comYoni is a journalist and academic. He used to be a lecturer on history and literature at Harvard, and also taught at Babson College and Brandeis. He subsequently served in many editorial and writing roles at The Atlantic, where he's currently a deputy executive editor. He just published his first book, Stuck: How the Privileged and the Propertied Broke the Engine of American Opportunity. It's an engrossing account of how zoning in America — yes, zoning — evolved from the Puritans onward. I was unexpectedly fascinated.For two clips of our convo — on the racist origins of zoning, and how progressivism is keeping poor people in place — see our YouTube page.Other topics: raised as an orthodox Jew in the Boston area; spending a year at a yeshiva in Israel; interning for the Gore campaign in 1999; working for the Public Advocate in NYC; studying the Gilded Age in grad school; discovering Ta-Nehisi Coates as a Dish reader and getting hired at The Atlantic through TNC's comments section; mobility as a core feature of early America; the Pilgrims; how the Puritans branched off; moving to construct one's identity; Tocqueville; American Primeval; the “warning out” of early American towns; Lincoln's mobility; the Moving Day of pre-war NYC; Chinese laundries; violence against immigrants; the Progressive drive for zoning; Yoni defending tenements; Hoover's push for single-family homes; defaulting in the Depression; FDR's push for long mortgages; the feds distorting the market; racial segregation; Jane Jacobs vs central planning; Thatcher and public housing; the rise of shitty architecture; cognitive sorting; Hillbilly Elegy; mass migration and rising costs in the UK; how leftist regulations stifle building; and the abundance movement.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Chris Caldwell on the political revolution in Europe, Evan Wolfson on the history of marriage equality, Nick Denton on China and AI, Francis Collins on faith and science, Michael Lewis on government service, Ian Buruma on Spinoza, Michael Joseph Gross on bodybuilding, and the great and powerful Mike White, of White Lotus fame. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: Immigration arrests in New York and nationwide may see a significant rise under quotas implemented this past weekend. Meanwhile, State Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar has entered the race for New York City Public Advocate. Plus, the New York Jets have introduced new Head Coach Aaron Glenn, who says the team is ready to rebound from last season's struggles.

Mayor Eric Adams is scaling back his schedule this week for doctor's appointments. Meanwhile, State Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar has announced her candidacy for New York City Public Advocate. Plus, the Museum of Jewish Heritage unveils an AI-powered exhibit commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz liberation. Also, WNYC's Brittany Kriegstein looks at a new report that shows how time and location impact subway safety. Finally, Lunar New Year celebrations kick off this week, starting with a firecracker ceremony in Manhattan's Chinatown.

A Rotting Big Apple, Stu in Prison & A Very Non-Presidential CampaignWelcome to episode thirteen of David & Stu… Unhinged! As always, we'd like to thank Clara Wang for creating the fantastic artwork for this podcast. Here is what is on deck for this week's milestone episode.1) The ongoing scandal surrounding Mayor Adams and the disaster that would ensue if he resigns and the Public Advocate, Jumaane Williams, becomes Acting Mayor;2) Stu's performing for inmates in a California prison and some of the depraved convicts he encountered.3) A recap of the Presidential race with more insane comments from Tampon Tim Walz, Gwen, his wife's bizarre speaking manner, and a discussion of the second assassination attempt on Trump. Connect with David & Stu: • Email David & Stu: davidandstuunhinged@gmail.com and share your comments, concerns, and questions.The views expressed on air during David & Stu... Unhinged! do not represent the views of the RAGE Works staff, partners, or affiliates. Listener discretion is advised.

Today, Greg talks about the unprecedented flooding in North Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, how Senator JD Vance held Governor Tim Walz accountable for the lies he's told the public, and speaks with Marty Dolan who is running for Public Advocate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen in as Greg has an entertaining and enlightening conversation with Marty Dolan who is running for Public Advocate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Day in Maine for Monday, June 10th, 2024.

Sarabraj “Sarab” S. Thapar is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, an honor held by only 2% of attorneys. In order to achieve this distinction, Sarab had to complete a specific number of trials, receive recommendations from judges and other attorneys, and pass a written test to demonstrate his knowledge. He is licensed in both New Jersey and New York. What sets Sarab apart is his prior experience representing defendants, which offers him a unique insight into the strategies and tactics employed by the defense. Sarab has handled a wide array of matters including motor vehicle, motorcycle and trucking accidents, as well as bus, train, and numerous Uber/Lyft crashes. He has also represented several bicyclists and pedestrians who were struck by vehicles. Additionally, Sarab has successfully assisted clients recover money in slip and fall incidents on both public and private premises, as well as victims of dog attacks/bites. Sarab has been able to recover millions of dollars for his clients by way of settlement or trial. With an over 90% success rate at trial, Sarab is well-regarded as a keen litigator amongst his peers and clients. Sarab has qualified and been accepted into the Million Dollar Advocates, New Jersey Super Lawyers' Rising Stars list every year since 2017, Top 10 Under 40 in Personal Injury, and a recipient of the award for Lawyers of Distinction's Excellence in Civil Litigation. Sarab was also named Young Lawyer of the Year by SABA-NJ. During law school, Sarab interned for the Hon. Donald J. Venezia, J.S.C. where he gained valuable experience handling criminal matters. He was previously the Public Advocate for the Township of West Orange. Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarab-thapar-esq-02760718/ Sabbagh Thapar: ⁠https://sabbaghthapar.com/ Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform: ⁠https://legal.emotiontrac.com/

Sarabraj “Sarab” S. Thapar is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, an honor held by only 2% of attorneys. In order to achieve this distinction, Sarab had to complete a specific number of trials, receive recommendations from judges and other attorneys, and pass a written test to demonstrate his knowledge. He is licensed in both New Jersey and New York. What sets Sarab apart is his prior experience representing defendants, which offers him a unique insight into the strategies and tactics employed by the defense. Sarab has handled a wide array of matters including motor vehicle, motorcycle and trucking accidents, as well as bus, train, and numerous Uber/Lyft crashes. He has also represented several bicyclists and pedestrians who were struck by vehicles. Additionally, Sarab has successfully assisted clients recover money in slip and fall incidents on both public and private premises, as well as victims of dog attacks/bites. Sarab has been able to recover millions of dollars for his clients by way of settlement or trial. With an over 90% success rate at trial, Sarab is well-regarded as a keen litigator amongst his peers and clients. Sarab has qualified and been accepted into the Million Dollar Advocates, New Jersey Super Lawyers' Rising Stars list every year since 2017, Top 10 Under 40 in Personal Injury, and a recipient of the award for Lawyers of Distinction's Excellence in Civil Litigation. Sarab was also named Young Lawyer of the Year by SABA-NJ. During law school, Sarab interned for the Hon. Donald J. Venezia, J.S.C. where he gained valuable experience handling criminal matters. He was previously the Public Advocate for the Township of West Orange. Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarab-thapar-esq-02760718/ Sabbagh Thapar: ⁠https://sabbaghthapar.com/ Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform: ⁠https://legal.emotiontrac.com/

This Day in Maine for Wednesday, December 6th, 2023.

New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams discusses the latest headlines, including the city's response to the migrant crisis and more.

Hello Latter Day Struggles listeners!  We are on episode #5 of this miniseries exploring the sociological phenomenon of the creation of deviant out-groups.   In today's and Friday's (final) episode of this series we will be covering several recommendations given by the brilliant scholar Gerta Lerner on how we as individuals within our own systems can break down hierarchical systems of oppression.   The recommendations explored today are as follows:   1. Accept differences in others.  Don't just tolerate them.  Val and Nathan go into some detail about how this      might look on the group within the culture and theology of the LDS church.  2. Once we acknowledge, honor, and accept the differences of unique others  in our individual relationships, allow them to be a complex composite of a a multitude of characteristics (not simply a representative of their grouping that makes them different).   3. Although we enjoy these loved ones in 1:1 situations and don't focus on their differences, we DO NOT “move on” in social situations where institutionalized marginalization is taking place.  ***Tune in for much more on this topic! 4. Personally notice when we move into stigmatizing others.  Val and Nathan talk about how this is such a human self-preserving temptation.   FRIDAY'S final episode of this series breaks down the last few recommendations that we can each integrate into our own growth journeys as we endeavor to become more and more capable of truly loving our fellow humans.   Books referenced in this episode: Decolonizing Mormonism edited by Gina Colvin: https://amzn.to/3qrMJGR. Universal Christ by Richard Rohr: https://amzn.to/47y2egU. ———————————————————————As mentioned in this episode, HERE is the link to subscribe to all FRIDAY Latter Day Struggles Podcast episodes.  THANK YOU for your support!   https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/valerie-hamaker/subscribe?fbclid=PAAaZOujT5Iv-ArVKxx_ZnsJryIeK7uymznxXxCfmDAjArPXxc9c6MCky899g_aem_ATa689KXBF31ycMSoST32hApZpdhYUynZdSHSbNSgCplOwFGXHIYlkS8IOvJbd5xJbU ___________________________________________________________________________  To financially support Valerie's ongoing ability to provide this content to you and others, become a patron of Latter Day Struggles here:https://www.patreon.com/LatterDayStruggles ____________________________________________________________________________ LIVE:  COURSES I and II of “A Couple's Guide to Faith Crisis and Expansion”. Purchase on latterdaystruggles.com  ___________________________________________________________________________ Enrollment JUST OPENED for upcoming Latter Day Struggles Support and Processing Group beginning NOVEMBER 2023.  Details on latterdaystruggles.com.  These groups ALWAYS FILL UP so jump in asap! 

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Bob Holden and Jennifer Harrison join Sid Rosenberg to discuss Public Advocate for New York City, Jumaane Williams, along with safety in New York. Topics include safety in the city, police funding, November's city council elections, and more regarding the state of the city.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of Sid and Friends in the Morning, Jumaane Williams is unfit to perform his duties as New York's Public Advocate, which might not even be a position worth having. In other news, the 2024 Election Polls are changing, a big 2023 City Council Election cannot be overlooked in NYC, and the Mets are making moves. Joining Sid to cover these topics were Jennifer Harrison, Bob Holden, Curtis Sliwa, Rich Lowry, Lara Trump, Joe Benigno, Steven Van Zandt, and Michael Goodwin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtis Sliwa joins Sid to talk about Jumaane Williams as well as NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Sliwa criticizes both the Mayor and the Public Advocate for their tenures in their positions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtis Sliwa joins Sid to talk about Jumaane Williams as well as NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Sliwa criticizes both the Mayor and the Public Advocate for their tenures in their positions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Holden and Jennifer Harrison join Sid Rosenberg to discuss Public Advocate for New York City, Jumaane Williams, along with safety in New York. Topics include safety in the city, police funding, November's city council elections, and more regarding the state of the city.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Isra Chaker is a Syrian-American activist, humanitarian advocate, and public speaker. She is an appointed Ambassador for One Young World (OYW), a global forum of young innovative leaders and has served as a speaker at their annual OYW Summit in London (2019), and Manchester (2022). She is a Public Advocate for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency USA (UNRWA) for her invaluable contributions in raising awareness and funds for their projects supporting Palestine refugees.   In addition, Isra was recognized as an Icon for the "We The Future" campaign by Amplifier, which recognizes ten young activists from across the United States in their leading work on current social justice issues affecting humanity. Isra was chosen to represent the refugee and immigration justice theme, known as "We the Future, will not be Banned". She is the only Muslim in the campaign, and artwork of Isra as well as a curriculum she designed to break down the stereotypes and misconceptions of Muslims, refugees and immigrants was taught to over 400,000 students in schools across the United States in the 2019 academic year.   Isra is a firm believer in positive social change and created a social media platform Isra Speaks to empower people around the world to use their personal narrative to become engaged and active global citizens who use their voice to create a positive human right impact. She uses her platform to educate people on social justice and political challenges facing humanity, to advocate for underrepresented populations, and to put a spotlight on leaders and organizations doing positive social change work.    Social media handles are: Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.   The songs picked by all our guests can be found via  our playlist #walktalklisten here.    Please let me/us know via our email innovationhub@cwsglobal.org what you think about this new series. We would love to hear from you.   Please like/follow our Walk Talk Listen podcast and follow mauricebloem on twitter and instagram.  Or check us out on our website 100mile.org.  We also encourage you to check out the special WTL series Enough for All about an organization called CWS.  The 11th 100 mile walk campaign will continue until the summer, find more info via de 100mile.org website. Or go straight to our fundraising page.  

This Day in Maine for Wednesday, May 31st, 2023.

Most people have never heard of the Forensic Disability Service but if you are alleged to have committed a crime in Queensland and deemed unfit for trial because of an intellectual or cognitive disability, you may find yourself as one of its residents. On this episode of The Callover, we are joined by John Chesterman, the Public Advocate for Queensland, who will explain what the FDS is and why it is so important that someone looks out for its vulnerable residents. John was appointed as the Public Advocate for Queensland in 2021 after having acted as Victoria's Deputy Public Advocate. He has extensive experience and expertise in areas of law including human rights, guardianship and supported decision-making. If you'd like to read the 2019 Ombudsman's report that is referred to in this episode, you can find it here:  The Forensic Disability Service report - Queensland Ombudsman Special thanks must go to Ella Thomas, Eve Anderson and Geoff McLeod for their contributions to the production of this episode. To read a transcript of this episode: https://www.qls.com.au/Membership/The-Hub/Podcasts   To find John: John Chesterman - Public Advocate (Qld) - Office of the Public Advocate (Qld) | LinkedIn To find Georgia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-athanasellis-21713715a To contact the Future Leaders Committee email: futureleaders@qls.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Uri Pilichowski was a Rabbi in California and Florida before moving to Mitzpe Yericho. He founded and runs an organization called "Crossing the Line" and is involved with many other groups. He writes for The Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Jewish Press, The Forward, and other news sites. You can find him on social media @Rational_Settler. Keep in touch with the podcast on Twitter @Jews_Shmooze and to sponsor an episode reach out to JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.com Listen to Jews Shmooze on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903

December 29, 2022 — The license for the Potter Valley Project is undergoing a variety of considerations. As PG&E prepares its plan for decommissioning the inter-basin hydropower project that diverts water from the Eel River into the Russian River, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, or FERC, announced that it is considering reopening the license. That means that, although it granted PG&E an annual license in April, it's thinking about adding requirements for a number of wildlife protection and habitat monitoring measures that were proposed in March by the National Marine Fisheries Service, another federal regulatory agency. PG&E argues that the decommissioning process will provide plenty of opportunity to review protective measures, and that there's no evidence of harm to embattled salmon. But FERC appears to have taken notice of legal threats by environmental groups claiming the project violates the Endangered Species Act. FERC has accepted comments for and against the proposed reopening of the license, and PG&E has pledged to submit its decommissioning documents by January of 2025. By that time, the project may technically be under new ownership. This month, PG&E asked FERC to allow it to transfer a list of hydropower projects to a new Delaware-based LLC called Pacific Generation, writing that the transfers “are part of a broader corporate reorganization being undertaken to facilitate raising equity for PG&E's utility needs.” PG&E spokesman Paul Moreno noted in an email that, “Nothing will change for Potter Valley or the decommission process. Pacific Generation LLC will be a majority-owned subsidiary of PG&E, which will own other PG&E hydropower facilities as well as natural gas power plants and some solar arrays and battery storage. It was not created just for (the) Potter Valley Project.” PG&E assured FERC that it plans to “remain the majority and controlling owner of Pacific Generation;” and that its employees “will continue to operate and maintain the assets…just as they do today.” The restructuring would have to be approved by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) , which in 2023 will also set the rates for the next four years. In September, PG&E requested that CPUC expedite the process, completing testimony, hearings, and filing of briefs by May first. Mark Toney, the Executive Director of The Utility Reform Network, or TURN, a ratepayer advocacy group, said TURN is “opposing the deal strenuously.” One of TURN's many worries is that if PG&E goes bankrupt again, its assets could be out of reach of settlements. TURN filed an objection to PG&E's proposal and the request for expediting the proceeding, declaring that, “this application benefits shareholders, and an expedited schedule would only serve to benefit shareholders…not avoid ratepayer harm.” TURN also asked if it was reasonable for PG&E to indemnify Pacific Generation for wildfire damages caused by PG&E's equipment, writing that “The Commission should examine whether this would result in an unreasonable transfer of risks.” Environmentalists are concerned, too. Redgie Collins is legal counsel for California Trout, one of the groups that filed a notice of intent to sue PG&E for harming endangered species. Collins is also a steering committee member of the Hydropower Reform Coalition, a statewide consortium of environmental groups dedicated to “restoring environmental and recreational values at hydropower projects presently being relicensed,” according to its website. The licenses for three of the 21 hydropower plants PG&E wants to transfer to Pacific Generation are being surrendered, while seven are up for renewal. Collins suspects that PG&E is “trying to sneak bad assets into its portfolio,” in part by overstating how viable they are. In its transfer application to FERC, PG&E wrote that Potter Valley is a 9.4-megawatt project, though it hasn't generated any power since a transformer broke down over the summer. Earlier this year, Moreno said the utility expected to recoup the unspecified costs of replacing the failed equipment within five years. But by mid-December, PG&E filed a brief update with FERC, stating that, “PG&E is currently in the process of considering long-term planning associated with Power Generation's portfolio. As a result, numerous projects are being reassessed to ensure resources are utilized prudently, including the Potter Valley transformer replacement project.” Collins also speculates that if the transfer is approved, the company could raise debt on some of its projects. The utility insists that the transfer should enable Pacific Generation to issue debt at lower rates than PG&E, but TURN worries that “the total amount of debt could very well increase as a result of this transaction.” One thing is certain: ratepayers will cover the costs of decommissioning. Mark Pocta, a program manager at the Public Advocate's Office at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), doesn't believe the transfer would make much of a difference from a regulatory perspective. PG&E would still be regulated on a cost of service basis, and he does not believe that the rates would be set any differently if the assets are held by a subsidiary. The Public Advocate's Office is an independent group within the CPUC that is charged with representing the interests of ratepayers. Its members participate in proceedings, but they do not set rates or make decisions. Pocta noted that the cost of decommissioning hydropower plants is “typically funded through rates;” but that no money has been set aside for the purpose, because when hydro projects were built, there was an assumption that they had economic value. Before the Potter Valley license expired in April of 2020, PG&E tried hard to sell it. And a regional coalition tried unsuccessfully to drum up enough money to pay for the studies that were required to take over the license. Even without the costs that could accrue if FERC orders additional environmental monitoring and mitigation measures, PG&E estimates that decommissioning the project could cost $93 million in 2020 dollars. CalTrout estimated that it could cost between $133-$155 million. Pocta said a stipulation to set aside $48 million per year for the next four years to decommission Potter Valley and Battle Creek, a hydropower project in Shasta county, will come before the CPUC at its general rate case hearings in 2023. Decommissioning hydropower projects isn't something that happens frequently, so there are no set procedures in place. But Pocta remembers when plans to decommission another set of dams first got underway: Klamath, he remembers thinking, will take longer than ten years.

This Day in Maine December 9, 2022

The Honorable Jeffrey Sutton, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, joins the Honorable M. Margaret McKeown, senior judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, for a discussion on McKeown's new book, Citizen Justice: The Environmental Legacy of William O. Douglas—Public Advocate and Conservation Champion, and the constitutional legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, one of the court's longest serving justices. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates. Questions or comments about the show? Email us at podcast@constitutioncenter.org. Continue today's conversation on Facebook and Twitter using @ConstitutionCtr. Sign up to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate, at bit.ly/constitutionweekly. You can find transcripts for each episode on the podcast pages in our Media Library.

The Honorable Jeffrey Sutton, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, joins the Honorable M. Margaret McKeown, senior judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, for a discussion on McKeown's new book, Citizen Justice: The Environmental Legacy of William O. Douglas—Public Advocate and Conservation Champion, and the constitutional legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, one of the court's longest serving justices. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates. Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation on Facebook and Twitter using @ConstitutionCtr. Sign up to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate, at bit.ly/constitutionweekly. Please subscribe to Live at the National Constitution Center and our companion podcast We the People on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.

In this fourth and final episode of the Cities After…Office Spaces as Home mini-series, Prof. Robles-Durán talks to Cea Weaver, a prominent housing organizer in New York City who coordinates Housing Justice for All. In 2019, Weaver coordinated a statewide coalition to pass what many consider the most progressive housing laws in recent decades. She is currently working with the City Planning Commission to figure out what to do with vacant office towers and how to facilitate their conversion into affordable housing. Robles-Durán and Weaver speak about Housing Justice for All and what they're working to achieve, New York's importance in the history of rent control and tenant organizing, the homelessness crisis, and some of the specific policies and programs Cea is working on implementing. About our guest: Cea Weaver is a housing organizer, community advocate, and urban planner in New York City. She currently coordinates Housing Justice for All, a New York statewide coalition of over 100 organizations that represent tenants and homeless New Yorkers in Albany, the State's capital. In 2019, Cea coordinated the 2019 campaign to strengthen and expand tenants' rights across the state and, in 2020, worked to win an eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has worked in affordable housing policy and planning in NYC for over a decade. In 2021, Cea Weaver became Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams' first nomination to the City Planning Commission (CPC). In 2022, she was appointed by Williams to the NYC Adaptive Reuse Task Force, charged to convert obsolete office buildings to other potential uses, such as housing, schools, labs, and more. The Task Force includes 12 experts appointed by the Mayor, City Council Speaker, and Public Advocate.

Ralph invites back award-winning war correspondent and author, Chris Hedges, to discuss his new book “The Greatest Evil is War” in which he points out that war is not only a racket but - no matter what its causes - a moral obscenity. And Mark Green joins us to elaborate on “Winning America” a compendium of rhetorical strategies and concrete policies Democrats should be running on to win the midterm elections. Plus, we plug Tort Law Education Day!Chris Hedges is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, who spent nearly two decades as a foreign correspondent in Central America, the Middle East, Africa and the Balkans. He is the host of The Chris Hedges Report, and he is a prolific author— his latest book is The Greatest Evil Is War.Unchecked militarism is cancerous to a civilization. And it overreaches in the end. So, as it decays— as we have decayed — it engages in more forms of military adventurism in an attempt to reclaim a lost hegemony and a lost glory and a lost power.Chris Hedges, author of The Greatest Evil Is WarDemocratic administrations are wholly in lockstep with the Republicans on militarism. In some cases, even worse, because they provide more cover… So, we have to hold those who prosecute permanent war— Democrat or Republican— accountable. And I think that by surrendering to a Democratic administration in the idea that it's “the least worst,” we weaken our power and our credibility.Chris Hedges, author of The Greatest Evil Is WarBloodthirsty military action books sell far more than books that challenge the grizzly evil and crimes of war. It's books of aggression, violence, military prowess that gained the bestseller listRalph NaderMark Green is a former Nader's Raider, who ran Public Citizen's Congress Watch for ten years and was elected New York City's first Public Advocate. He's a prolific author, and has collaborated with Ralph Nader on Fake President: Decoding Trump's Gaslighting, Corruption, and General B******t, and Wrecking America: How Trump's Lawbreaking and Lies Betray All. He is co-founder, with Ralph Nader of Winning America.To summarize, dangerous extremists are trying to steal our votes and our wallets. [Progressive candidates] have to get in both: “They're destroying democracy,” and “That economically hurts our families.”Mark Green, co-founder of Winning AmericaTrump's GOP— they want to be lawmakers to break the law, violate the Constitution and crush our democracy, and put the plutocrats in charge. Behind all these Trumpsters is the corporate state… turning the government against its own people.Ralph Nader Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Where do you stand on the Kanye West/Candace Owens “White Lives Matter” controversy? Some believe its a publicity stunt. Some believe Kanye West isn't mentally well. Others believe BOTH may be true.

77WABC News Anchor Jacquelyn Karl spoke to Public Advocate Jumaane Williams about the case of the young mother from Colombia who took her own life in the New York City shelter system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kentucky is known to have a strong and well-structured public defender system, but it is held back by poor funding and an unresponsive legislative body.   This week, Hunter speaks with Ernie Lewis, the former Public Advocate of Kentucky and former Executive Director of the National Association for Public Defense (NAPD).   They discuss Ernie's work in public defense reform and the best ways to get needed changes. Ernie attempts to answer the ultimate question—what does it take to transform the system so it's responsive to the needs of those in it?    Instrumental in the formation of the NAPD, he'll explain how it began and why the work of this organization is so important. He'll also explore how to balance the needs of public defenders with the needs of the individuals going through the system.   Ernie brings to the show a refreshing, optimistic look at the public defense system and its future.    Key Topics and Takeaways:   Ernie's background in public defense and how he got started. [4:50] Why Ernie wanted to work in poverty law. [8:49] Ernie's three goals as public advocate. [15:23] Fines and fees. [17:38] Eligibility. [21:08] Ernie's work at the NAPD. [37:32] Caseloads. [48:40] Ethics in the legal profession. [52:14]   Guest: Ernie Lewis, Former Public Advocate of Kentucky, Former Executive Director of the NAPD Resources: Final Report of the Blue Ribbon Group Public Advocacy Commission Justice Jeopardized Final Report NAPD  NAPD Principles  Department of Public Advocacy  Department of Public Advocacy FY19 Annual Report  Indigency Determination Statute KY Rev Stat § 31.211 (2021)   Memorable Quotes:   “I then wanted to go to law school and represent poor people to give justice to poor people.” (10:35, Ernie)   “Since 1998, we were able to reduce reliance upon fines and fees considerably. So that by the time I left, our budget was about 40 million and only about 3 million of that 40 million came from fines and fees.” (17:45, Ernie)   “This is a state obligation to provide enough resources so that each person charged with a crime who is eligible for a public defender, gets a well-trained, qualified attorney with support staff.” (20:49, Ernie)   “Probably the biggest problem in indigent defense is the vast gap between representation for felonies and representation for misdemeanors, especially in lower level courts.” (28:11, Hunter)   “Indigent defense has always been one of the last priorities of government.” (43:58, Ernie)   “My generation of public defenders has participated in mass incarceration. We have witnessed just since 1970, the destruction of people, families, neighborhoods, and we've become now the place with the highest percentages of incarceration in the world.” (55:38, Ernie)   Contact Hunter Parnell: hwparnell@publicdefenseless.com Instagram www.publicdefenseless.com

#MyCreatives we definitely diveeeeee-in. Definitely get right to it, sitting down with Actress, Media Personality, Event Curator, and Public Advocate; Samantha Lawson. Had the chop'it UP with her about her career, as well as spoke about our Media Experiences at a Celebrity Event at Oheka Castle. What to look for: - When she knew she was “Sam Law” - How she started? - The importance of putting together a well organized event  FOR SERIOUS INQUIRES & FUTURE GUEST(S) APPEARANCES, as well as Comments - CutsPodcast1@gmail.com ******Please LEAVE COMMENTS, FEEDBACK, and [[SUBSCRIBE]] to the PODCAST on ALL MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORMS!!!!! SPECIAL GUEST: Samantha Lawson - https://instagram.com/thats_samlaw?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=l my IG: https://www.instagram.com/c.u.t.s__/   WEBSITE: REEMOMEERAK.COM  HOST: Reem'o Meerak - www.instagram.com/reemomeerak_ TWITTER: www.twitter.com/reemomeerak  Email: BookReemoMeerak@gmail.com  #ReemoApproved --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cutspodcast/support

In 1976, Ed Monahan was hired as a Kentucky assistant public defender. He would eventually go on to be the state's Public Advocate for an impressive 9 years.   Although he no longer fills that position, today Ed comes on Public Defenseless to talk about the impactful work he did in that role and the advocacy he continues to do today.    He'll also give you a good overview of the public defense system in Kentucky. While the state has a good foundation, it still desperately lacks funding.    In a state that has one of the highest incarceration rates in the nation, Ed Monahan is turning around the system for the better.    Key Topics and Takeaways:   Ed's background and how he got to where he is today. [9:57] The evolution of Kentucky public defense. [12:01] Alternative sentencing. [26:36] Ed explains Marsy's Law. [38:04] Why many people don't believe in “innocent until proven guilty.” [42:09] The greatest public defense victories in Kentucky. [45:23] The NAPD standard that gets the least attention and the most important one. [52:22] The importance of having a private place for legal communication. [56:58]   Guest:   Ed Monahan, Former Public Advocate for the Commonwealth Kentucky, Former Executive Director of the National Association of Public Defenders Fund for Justice, Active Contributor to National Association of Public Defenders' Policy   Resources:   FY19 Kentucky Department of the Public Advocate Annual Report Ed Monahan OpEd on Bad Statistics Driving Policy Ed Monahan & Nina Ginsberg on Marsy's Law Farewell Address from Ed Monahan NAPD Policy on Active Supervision NAPD Policy on Staffing NAPD Policy on Independence NAPD Policy on Proper Professional Space   Memorable Quotes:   “I came on without any training. I was just handed cases. And so I knew there was a better way.” (17:54, Ed)   “We have good training culture of active supervision, but what Kentucky has not had is adequate funding through all these years.” (20:25, Ed)   “There still are many public policy leaders in Kentucky who when faced with those facts of reduced crime rates still have this desire to incarcerate more people for longer periods of time. It's really a financially imprudent and counterproductive way for Kentucky to use its limited resources.” (28:27, Ed)   “I really believe as public defender leaders, we have to do a better job of communicating the public value of public defense.” (34:54, Ed)   “I do public defender work out of my deep held beliefs that poor people deserve to have the best representation that money could buy.” (38:51, Ed)   “Having realistic hope in what's possible in the future is the motivation to continue to apply the talents and skills any of us have to work for a better criminal justice system.” (47:50, Ed)   Contact Hunter Parnell:   hwparnell@publicdefenseless.com Instagram www.publicdefenseless.com

Throughout his Life in the Law, Julian Gardner AM was a founding member of the iconic Fitzroy Legal Service, the inaugural director of Victoria Legal Aid, co-edited the first incarnation of The Law Handbook and served as The Public Advocate. And that's only the half of it! www.greenlist.com.au/podcast

Note: This episode contains conversations around miscarriages and fertility that may be difficult for some to hear. Reshma Saujani made a name for herself as the Founder and CEO of the hugely successful nonprofit, Girls Who Code, which became one of the largest women-run organizations in the country. But she's more than just the Founder of Girls Who Code. She has been featured in countless magazines and newspapers, appeared as a commentator on cable news, ran for Congress and her local Public Advocate office, and written three books. But every story has more to it than meets the eye: behind all of her success, Reshma struggled with conceiving a child. Her difficult journey into motherhood paralleled her incredible career highs and led her to her pivot.To learn more about Reshma, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and share with your friends if you liked this episode! She Pivots was created in partnership with Marie Claire to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Reshma, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit www.marieclairemag.com/she-pivotsLINKS: Instagram: www.instagram.com/shepivotsthepodcast/Twitter: twitter.com/shepivotsthepodWebsite: www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/

Producer/Host: Steve Kahl Key Discussion Points: a) Electricity pricing set by ISO-New England b) Community solar and other renewables c) Advocacy of OPA in energy pricing Guests: Andrew Landry, Deputy Public Advocate, Office of the Public Advocate About the host: Steve Kahl is Professor of Science at Thomas College where he teaches environmental and energy courses and advises the student sustainability club. He writes the monthly ‘Sustainability Minute' email which is distributed to over 1,200 readers. He is a member of the Quarry Road Recreational Area board of directors where he is advocating for a net-zero energy new welcome center. He has advised the board of WERU on the current plan for the station to become 100% solar powered in 2020. Steve is a member of the Green Campus Coalition of Maine, the working group of sustainability directors at Maine college campuses. Steve's past positions include Sustainability Director at Unity College where he developed a plan for the college to become 100% solar powered and earned the college the prestigious STARS Gold ranking with the American Association of Sustainability in Higher Education. Before that, he was Director of Environmental and Energy Strategies for the James Sewall Company of Old Town where he led a Maine Technology Institute research project that found that Maine could be 79% solar powered if all suitably-oriented rooftops had solar PV panels. Prior to moving home to Maine, he was a member of the Energy Commission in Plymouth NH where he was obtained funding for the renovation of a town office building to net-zero energy and the installation of 160 KW of solar PV panels on town properties included a major PV array at the sewage treatment plant that offsets 40% of its electrical costs. In his own home, he has installed two air-source heat pumps to completely eliminate heating oil, a hybrid hot water heater to reduce his water heating costs by 70%, and insulated the basement and attic to further reduce energy consumption and increase comfort. He would like to install rooftop solar panels but so far his shade trees that also produce maple syrup each year have convinced him otherwise. However, he has solar panels on his summer place at the lake and hasn’t paid for any electricity there since 2011. Steve has a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences from the University of Maine. The post Power for the People: 3/23/22: Office of the Public Advocate's (OPA) role in energy issues first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

Our guest, the Public Advocate of NYC Jumaane Williams, spoke to us about his upbringing as a first-generation Brooklynite and the son of immigrants from Grenada, his inspiring journey from community organizer to elected official, the unique role that the Public Advocate plays, and much more. Follow us on Twitter! Subscribe to our Newsletter! Visit our website!

Even though we don't have mental asylums any more, sometimes people need mental health court-ordered treatment. Listen to Dan Fenzel, Office of the Public Advocate, talk about patients' rights when they are ordered to undergo mental health treatment, if they are involuntarily committed, and how the process works.

While all eyes have been on the upcoming mayoral primary, there are 5 other categories up for election on the same day. Sometimes referred to as the downballot, these other roles are not as prominent as the mayor, but just as important for local politics. On June 22nd, in addition to ranking votes for mayor, NYC will be voting for the New York City Comptroller, 31 out of 35 City Council seats, all 5 Borough Presidents, Manhattan District Attorney and the Public Advocate. In Episode 10 of Don't Sleep New York, we break down these other roles and the key players in the race.

In episode five, Distinguished Fellow at the Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law & Policy and Benton Senior Fellow, Gigi Sohn explains the digital access divide as framed by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Our first four conversations with medical professionals, we talked about the current crisis and the tool kits being utilized by caregivers to meet the current need. Telehealth, often requiring stable access to broadband, has been critical in flattening the curve and isn't easily attainable in communities without widespread access to broadband. That's where Sohn comes in.Join us for our fifth episode.  Gigi Sohn is a Distinguished Fellow at the Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law & Policy and a Benton Senior Fellow and Public Advocate. She sits on the Board of Directors of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and on the Advisory Board of the Open Markets Institute. Gigi is one of the nation's leading public advocates for open, affordable and democratic communications networks. For thirty years, Gigi has worked across the country to defend and preserve the fundamental competition and innovation policies that have made broadband Internet access more ubiquitous, competitive, affordable, open and protective of user privacy. Sohn's podcast G&T: Tech on the Rocks is available on iTunes and Spotify.Music provided by Dillon O'Brian

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