Transparency, Governance, and Civic Engagement

I come from an academic background and thought of myself as a researcher.

However, over time my work has drawn me into the policy world, which

happens when one stays in Washington long enough. Policy is important,

and straddling the research and policy worlds has been exciting. My work involves

the policy positions that the National League of Cities takes on federal

issues. Perhaps more important is my work on research and training concerning

best practices for local government.

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