Poise. Passion. Thick skin. Many of the requirements for celebrity overlap with the traits required for a career in politics. It’s no wonder that so many stars have expressed interest in entering the 2020 United States presidential race. We’ve all heard of the actor turned activist, but what of the firefighter turned film and television star or ... READ MORE+
This week flew by—thanks to most of the United States having off to observe President’s Day on Monday. President’s Day celebrates the February birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, first and sixteenth presidents, respectively. While both men left write-up worthy legacies, this blog post highlights presidents who adopted the latest ... READ MORE+
New Netflix original docuseries, Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes, sheds light on the twisted motivations and brutal methods of the notorious American serial killer. From how Bundy would lure young, female victims to his infamous Volkswagon by faking disabilities and injuries to his jailhouse marriage to one of many female admirers ... READ MORE+
On Monday, the nation will honor the peaceful message and powerful legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The remarkable man was many things—a Baptist minister, a great orator, an activist, a husband and father—but he was an influencer because he believed that there is strength in numbers and posessed the skills to organize and inspire—a feat all ... READ MORE+
Smartphones. Escalators. Instant coffee. These agents of convenience carry us through our day-to-day to make modern life more efficient. Ever wonder how we arrived at this point? If so, you’re in luck, because this week, we’re delving into the sociopolitical factors that started it all. READ MORE+
From a staged moon landing to the unchecked power of the Reptilian Elite, conspiracy theories occupy the space between the known and the unknown. Global and national politics offer no shortage of fuel for theorists’ imaginations, but no state level government matter has stoked the fire as intensely as the 1935 assasination of Lousiana Senator, ... READ MORE+
From a staged moon landing to the unchecked power of the Reptilian Elite, conspiracy theories occupy the space between the known and the unknown. Global and national politics offer no shortage of fuel for theorists’ imaginations, but no state level government matter has stoked the fire as intensely as the 1935 assasination of Lousiana Senator, ... READ MORE+
The last year has seen shocking abuses of power in industries from Hollywood to Silicon Valley exposed. Abuse of power may play a role in current events, but it is by no means a contemporary problem. Indeed, local government offers a fascinating historical example. This is the story of notorious New York political machine, Tammany Hall. READ MORE+
If you make it to age 125, how will you spend your days? Will you keep 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM office hours? Rally for a cause you’re passionate about? At 125, non-profit organization, the Municipal Art Society (MAS) of New York does all of this and then some. Join GovPilot as we look at the ways in which MAS has literally and figuratively shaped New ... READ MORE+
We’ve written numerous posts encouraging local government administrations to digitize forms, automate workflows and otherwise catch-up with the rest of the world. Though we maintain our stance that all districts can benefit from GovPilot’s tax assessment software, GovAlert constituent engagement mobile app and over 100 county and municipal ... READ MORE+
