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Corey Rogan
Independent Journalist
I am an analytical and investigative mind who encourages readers to understand the world we live in through critical thinking, historical context, and timeless wisdom. My specialty is descriptive content that explains complex cultural, political, and ideological topics in a thorough, yet concise, manner. I strive to exhibit prose and personality in my writing while remaining respectful, objective, and rooted in truth.
Articles
Public PolicyLeadership Perspectives
Resolutions with Teeth: Using Local Government Action to Bend State and Federal Policy
<p class="mb-4">Local governments may look small on a map, but when they move in sync, they become one of the most effective forces in American policy...
January 30, 2026Read article
Economic Development
Forget the Bulldozer: Adaptive Reuse Is the Future of Fiscal Sustainability
<p class="mb-4">Amid rising construction costs and budget shortfalls, local governments are discovering that the smartest way to build for the future ...
January 20, 2026Read article
Public Policy
Why We Still Elect Sheriffs but Hire City Managers: A Political Legacy Explained
<p class="mb-4">For most voters, local elections can feel like a patchwork of names and titles - a sheriff here, a city clerk there, and a city manage...
December 31, 2025Read article
Public Works
Smoother Roads Ahead: The Practical Payoff of Interlocal Road Agreements
<p class="mb-4">Smooth roads don’t just happen; they’re built on collaboration. Across the country, counties and cities are discovering that the smart...
December 26, 2025Read article
Public Works
Developer Boards vs. Elected Oversight: The PID–MUD Governance Gap
<p class="mb-4">One of the most significant advantages of Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) over Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) lies in their go...
December 18, 2025Read article
Media and Messaging
Blurred Lines of Accountability: Who’s Liable When Platforms Silence Public Speech?
<p class="mb-4">Government entities face growing challenges in maintaining compliance with the First Amendment when engaging with the public through s...
December 11, 2025Read article
Economic Development
History Meets Progress: How Texas Cities Keep Character Amid Rapid Growth
<p class="mb-4">As North Texas continues to attract new businesses and residents, the pressure to accommodate this growth often places strain on the c...
December 6, 2025Read article
Communication and Speech
The Human Side of Policy: Training Staff to Listen, Set Limits, and Maintain Trust
<p class="mb-4">One of the most effective strategies for government employees dealing with difficult visitors is to use clear, compassionate, and cons...
November 27, 2025Read article
Public Safety
Funding the Frontlines: How ESDs Transform Fire and EMS in Unincorporated Areas
<p class="mb-4">Emergency Services Districts (ESDs) offer a practical solution to a persistent challenge in small towns and unincorporated areas: the ...
November 25, 2025Read article
Public Safety
Unified Command 101: The Backbone of Inter-Agency Emergency Coordination
<p class="mb-4">One of the most critical features of the Incident Command System (ICS) is its ability to facilitate a Unified Command structure when m...
November 19, 2025Read article
Public Policy
Justice with Compassion: Why Veterans Treatment Courts Work
<p class="mb-4">Veterans treatment courts are designed to address the distinct behavioral health challenges that some veterans face after military ser...
November 11, 2025Read article
Public Policy
The Future of Public Defense: Why Managed-Assigned Counsel Works
<p class="mb-4">Under a managed-assigned counsel system, legal defense for indigent defendants is coordinated by an independent, non-profit organizati...
November 7, 2025Read article
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