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Make Your Voice Heard on County Plans
By Evelyn Ankers The county is welcoming public comment on plans to spend millions on housing initiatives. Montgomery County is holding a...
Michael Hays
Jun 9, 20231 min read
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Norristown Protest Recap
ICYMI, below you’ll find news articles from last night, the full Norristown Council meeting recording, and a letter-to-the-editor that...
Michael Hays
Jun 7, 20231 min read
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Join Us Tuesday Night in Norristown
During campaigns for public office, you may hear one of the candidates say something to the effect of: We know what you are against....
Michael Hays
Jun 4, 20232 min read
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Resisting the Tent Sweep
I remember the first time I grappled with the issue of homelessness when I was a college student in Boston. My developing conscience,...
Michael Hays
May 30, 20232 min read
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Speak Up at Local Meetings to Combat NIMBYism
Based on my experiences in local government and politics, it is easier to be against something than for something. If you have attended a...
Michael Hays
May 20, 20232 min read
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Vote Tuesday for Housing Solutions
Compassion, commitment, and competence are three key attributes I look for in all candidates for public office – from district judge to...
Michael Hays
May 12, 20231 min read
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Evictions Rising in Montco
Montgomery County’s eviction rate is as high as Philadelphia’s. In March, 700 families or individuals were evicted from their dwellings...
Michael Hays
May 4, 20231 min read
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Rainy Rally Draws 70+ Advocates
Despite persistent rain, over 70 people hit the streets on Saturday afternoon for our launch rally at the Montgomery County Courthouse in...
Michael Hays
Apr 30, 20231 min read
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Rally On
Due to the urgency of our cause for better housing policies, Saturday's rally is on! In recognition of the weather elements that the...
Michael Hays
Apr 28, 20231 min read
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Change for the Better
The past three months since the launch of The Montco 30% Project have been inspiring. Meeting with local residents, elected officials,...
Michael Hays
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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Commissioner Candidates Discuss Housing & Homelessness
On May 16, Democratic voters in Montgomery County will head to the polls for a Primary Election to select two candidates from a field of...
Michael Hays
Apr 20, 20233 min read
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PA Rep from Montco Introduces Rent Control Bill
Rent control, anyone? House Bill 506, whose main sponsor is Rep. Nancy Guenst, would limit rent increases across Pennsylvania. If...
Michael Hays
Apr 10, 20231 min read
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**Rally Set for 4/29
Due to the possibility of heavy winds and showers, the April 1st rally has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 29, from 1 - 2 p.m. Hope...
Michael Hays
Mar 30, 20231 min read
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Hurricane Ida & Housing
On Aug. 31, 2021, Hurricane Ida slammed into the Atlantic Coast, jeopardizing safety and destroying public and private property. While...
Michael Hays
Mar 28, 20231 min read
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In 6 Days
"The formative aspect of politics requires public spaces that gather citizens together, enable them to interpret their condition, and...
Michael Hays
Mar 25, 20231 min read
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Full Schedule of Speakers Announced
We are honored to announce the addition of two Norristown area civic and political leaders to our April 1 rally at the courthouse. Angie...
Michael Hays
Mar 19, 20231 min read
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Budgets & Values
“Show me your budget – I’ll tell you what you value,” – Pres. Biden remarked about one of his father’s old sayings. On Thursday, the...
Michael Hays
Mar 11, 20232 min read
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Two Speakers Announced for Rally
The Montco 30% Project welcomes two dynamic and knowledgeable individuals who plan to speak at our April 1st rally on the county...
Michael Hays
Mar 4, 20231 min read
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What Democratic Milestones Teach Us About Housing
A shift in perspective of what’s possible is needed. Before FDR and the New Deal, federally-guaranteed income during one’s golden years...
Michael Hays
Feb 25, 20231 min read
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Rally Launch: April 29
Montgomery County has a crisis of affordable housing. For working people across Pennsylvania, finding a place to live that doesn’t cost...
Michael Hays
Feb 18, 20231 min read
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