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John Palfrey

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President @MacFound. RTs aren't endorsements. I believe in engaging critical viewpoints that differ from my own. Not checking DMs.

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More than 16 million Americans are at risk of losing their health care because Republicans in Congress are rushing to pass a bill that would cut federal funding for Medicaid and weaken the Affordable Care Act. If the House passes this bill, it will increase costs and hurt

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The flash flooding in Central Texas is absolutely heartbreaking. Michelle and I are praying for everyone who has lost a loved one or is waiting for news — especially the parents. And we’re grateful to the first responders and rescue teams working around the clock to help.

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Thanks to National Press Club Emily Wilkins for the opportunity to discuss the U.S. Presidency, philanthropy, the economy, and Baltimore Orioles. Thanks also to CSPAN for airing the interview live. c-span.org/program/nation…

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Happening today! Our President, John Palfrey, will be discussing the role of news ownership and funding in today's media ecosystem at the NAHJ Conference. Learn more ⬇️

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Book event set for September 24, 2025 in Cambridge, MA, hosted by Harvard Book Store and Cambridge Public Library for "Wired Wisdom" -- a conversation with Martha Minow! Cambridge Public Library Harvard Book Store Harvard University Harvard Law School harvard.com/event/john-pal…

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“We now have 41 chapters across the country under #PressForward funding local news. This is something that must exist.” Our President, John Palfrey, discussed media, money, and democracy at the NAHJ conference. Learn how we’re supporting local news: macfound.org/programs/bigbe…

“We now have 41 chapters across the country under #PressForward funding local news. This is something that must exist.” 

Our President, <a href="/jpalfrey/">John Palfrey</a>, discussed media, money, and democracy at the <a href="/NAHJ/">NAHJ</a> conference.

Learn how we’re supporting local news:
macfound.org/programs/bigbe…
Jim Ryan (@presjimryan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today is my final day in office as President of UVA, and I’ve recorded a few thoughts in this video. Serving in this role has been the honor of a lifetime. youtu.be/ZW-dP8Yo9Gc?si…

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Journalists are essential members of our communities. Orgs like Type Investigations help journalists tell local stories that often have civic impact. #WeTheCivic celebrates stories of voices standing up for democracy. Share your own and read more! macfound.org/press/grantee-…

Antony Blinken (@ablinken) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thinking today of the men and women of the State Department — Foreign Service and Civil Service. Their dedication to serving the national interest and the American people is second to none. It was the privilege of a lifetime to work by their side.

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Communities from Rockford, IL to Abilene, Tx have made homelessness rare, brief, and nonrecurring thanks to Community Solutions #WeTheCivic #WeTheCivic celebrates stories of voices standing up for democracy. Share your own and read more! macfound.org/press/grantee-…

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“This is such an American institution trusted by people across political divides,” Ken Burns says. “I meet in big markets and small markets and you begin to see the way in which, particularly in those small rural markets, the PBS station is really like the public library. It's

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Every year the Tonns ask coaches to nominate student athletes for scholarships in honor of their son. The criteria? They have to be kind. Brooks died from cancer at 10. This year, he should be heading to college. Seven classmates are going in his name. chicagotribune.com/2025/07/18/hei…

BaseballHistoryNut (@nut_history) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Just wanted to take a minute to wish Rachel Robinson a happy birthday. She turned 103 years old today. Her part in his story is usually not mentioned enough. What Jackie went through, Rachel was by his side going through it as well.

Just wanted to take a minute to wish Rachel Robinson a happy birthday.  She turned 103 years old today.  Her part in his story is usually not mentioned enough. What Jackie went through, Rachel was by his side going through it as well.
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It took years for Sundas Hashmi to tell her children about her terminal cancer diagnosis. This is how she handled it. wsj.com/health/wellnes… via The Wall Street Journal