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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Programs like Arise2Read are absolutely essential. But, we need more volunteers—we need you. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

As proof, children in poverty who are reading proficiently by the end of 3rd grade have an 89% graduation rate from high school. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

With that being said, reading is the #1 key to unlock the door to opportunity and combat poverty. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

That is our challenge—but we have an opportunity for all Memphians to be a part of the solution: Arise2Read or Team Read. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Only 25 percent of all 3rd graders in public schools in Memphis read at 3rd grade level. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Students in low-income communities are, on average, three grade levels behind their peers in affluent communities by the 4th grade. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

From an economic standpoint, Memphis has the highest child poverty rate in the nation for large cities. 44 percent of our children live in poverty. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

This year, I’m focusing the call to action on the one thing that can have the most long-term beneficial impact on Memphis—early childhood literacy. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Three years ago, I issued a call to action to our community asking each person to volunteer to do at least one of three things—mentor a child, help a child learn to read, and adopt a block to pick up litter. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

1.)Children in Pre-Kindergarten through 3rd grade 2.)Opportunity Youth—16-24 years old, not in school and not working 3.)Adults with criminal records looking for a much needed second chance — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

There are three groups of people I think we should target and lift up—who in turn will lift up our city and improve all our lives. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

City government, and you the community, are doing more for our youth than four years ago. But, we all must do even more. You are needed, and you can make a real difference. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Our young people are our most precious asset and the future of this City. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

If we want the decade to be one of promise and opportunity, we must reach out to those who are isolated or disconnected from opportunity. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Memphis is a city filled with opportunities. But, as I stand here today, I fully realize that we still have so much work to do, and not everyone is able to take advantage of them. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We are committed to continuing to •Retain and recruit police officers and firefighters •Improving core city services, like paving more roads •Enhancing the lives of Memphians, and •Creating more jobs. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

On October 3rd of last year, we received a mandate from the citizens of Memphis to keep our momentum going strong. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Four years ago, we ran to change how city government operated, and we didn’t waste any time. We went to work, and have laid a strong foundation for a new way forward as we move into a new decade of promise and opportunity for our city. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

I want to congratulate the members of the new City Council; we have much to do, and I look forward to working with you as we tackle the tough challenges that lie ahead. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

I thank the outgoing city council for the partnerships to improve city services, grow economic development, and improve the quality of life for all Memphians. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

I want to thank the people of Memphis for the faith you have placed in me to serve for another four years. I am truly humbled by the responsibility you have given me. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Four years ago, on this very day, I was sworn-in as your mayor. As it was then, and has been every day since—it is the honor of my professional life. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

RT @WMCActionNews5: Strickland uses NY Eve prayer breakfast to push for youth literacy volunteers https://t.co/xLqUvT7GDk https://t.co/4CKZ… — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 1, 2020 Retweet
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Another great prayer breakfast. We discussed our major focus moving forward—early childhood literacy and how programs like @ARISE2Read can help transform our city. Thanks to @kennethsmoody, @SherryMackey, @councilwomanpjr, and the members of the faith community for joining us. https://t.co/9uHUytw7EK — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 31, 2019
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

RT @UofMemphisPres: Take away for 2019. Working together with a shared vision and belief in what is possible, a City and University can bo… — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 30, 2019 Retweet
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Proud of @MemphisFB, our university, and our city! Thanks for a great 2019; best season ever! ALL IN! #GoTigersGo — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 28, 2019
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

ALL IN with @MemphisFB at @CottonBowlGame! #GoTigersGo https://t.co/0KsYhh4pt8 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 28, 2019
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

City projects in Whitehaven include welcome mural, intersection improvements - The Daily Memphian https://t.co/pXf9qSmwvg — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 28, 2019
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Always happy to partner on these quality affordable housing developments through ⁦@MEM_HCD⁩ and the Health Education and Housing Facility board with grants and incentives. https://t.co/WPwc45IyeE — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 27, 2019
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Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Happy to partner with @PlayWhereUStay bringing soccer to our core neighborhoods to better serve our young people. https://t.co/OM7fhzXGzj — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 24, 2019