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Tough Gov is a blog by Dr. Shawn Granger, focusing on public administration, government processes, and community building for a better world. With over 20 years serving the public, he shares his experiences so that others can join in making a better world for ourselves.

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green grass field near city buildings during daytime
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A group of people, including adults and children, are gathered outdoors in a neighborhood setting. Some individuals are interacting with two uniformed police officers. The scene is colorful and lively, suggesting a community event. Residential houses with trees are visible in the background.
A group of people, including adults and children, are gathered outdoors in a neighborhood setting. Some individuals are interacting with two uniformed police officers. The scene is colorful and lively, suggesting a community event. Residential houses with trees are visible in the background.
A large, white government building with multiple windows and an emblem on the facade is situated behind a busy road. The front of the building is lined with tall palm trees and green foliage. A red public bus is prominent in the foreground, accompanied by several cars and a motorcyclist.
A large, white government building with multiple windows and an emblem on the facade is situated behind a busy road. The front of the building is lined with tall palm trees and green foliage. A red public bus is prominent in the foreground, accompanied by several cars and a motorcyclist.

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We aim to educate citizens about government functions, fostering understanding and engagement to create stronger, more vibrant communities for future generations.

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A group of people stands in front of a large government building, holding signs with messages advocating for racial equality. The atmosphere is charged, with participants wearing masks and raising their fists. The scene appears to be a protest or demonstration.
A group of people stands in front of a large government building, holding signs with messages advocating for racial equality. The atmosphere is charged, with participants wearing masks and raising their fists. The scene appears to be a protest or demonstration.
A large white government building with classical architectural features stands prominently against a background of greenery and a partly cloudy blue sky. In the foreground, manicured bushes and a concrete walkway lead towards the building.
A large white government building with classical architectural features stands prominently against a background of greenery and a partly cloudy blue sky. In the foreground, manicured bushes and a concrete walkway lead towards the building.
A busy urban scene with a large gathering of people in front of a grand building. Several cars are parked around, and there are trees with sparse foliage. Two street lamps illuminate the area. People are standing on a raised platform, possibly speaking or addressing the crowd.
A busy urban scene with a large gathering of people in front of a grand building. Several cars are parked around, and there are trees with sparse foliage. Two street lamps illuminate the area. People are standing on a raised platform, possibly speaking or addressing the crowd.
Two police officers are engaged in a conversation in an outdoor setting. The setting appears to be in front of a building with glass windows and is structured with banners and a tent displaying police logos. Other individuals are seen in the background, indicating a public or community event.
Two police officers are engaged in a conversation in an outdoor setting. The setting appears to be in front of a building with glass windows and is structured with banners and a tent displaying police logos. Other individuals are seen in the background, indicating a public or community event.
A group of people gathered outdoors, some sitting on folding chairs and others standing or kneeling. They appear to be involved in a public or community event. A large white flag with a design is visible in the background, and the setting is surrounded by trees and power lines.
A group of people gathered outdoors, some sitting on folding chairs and others standing or kneeling. They appear to be involved in a public or community event. A large white flag with a design is visible in the background, and the setting is surrounded by trees and power lines.
A view of a large, domed government building set against a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features a park area with lush green trees, a clean walkway, and people strolling. An elegant stone column can be seen on the right side.
A view of a large, domed government building set against a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features a park area with lush green trees, a clean walkway, and people strolling. An elegant stone column can be seen on the right side.

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