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About Economic Development America Economic Development America is brought to you as a benefit of a partnership among the Economic Development Administration (EDA), the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC), to provide information about economic development practices and programs to economic development practitioners who serve distressed communities throughout the United States. This partnership also provides six telecasts and a quarterly magazine. For more information, visit the EDA Web site. Story ideas are invited and should be addressed to editor Louise Anderson, telephone (828) 350-8855; email landerson@iedconline.org.

Americans United for Separation of Church and State is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the principle of church-state separation, which they believe is essential for ensuring freedom and equality for all individuals. For nearly 80 years, they have advocated for various issues, including LGBTQ rights, reproductive rights, and the protection of public schools from religious influence. The organization actively engages in advocacy, policy work, and litigation to combat discrimination and Christian nationalism while promoting inclusivity in public education. Through community organizing and legal efforts, Americans United strives to uphold the rights of all individuals to practice their beliefs freely without imposing harm on others. Generated from the website

Asbury United Methodist Church, located in Washington, DC, is dedicated to fostering a radically inclusive community that empowers individuals to spread God's love throughout the world. Their mission focuses on loving God and one another, serving the community, and transforming lives through various worship and service opportunities. With a commitment to openness, Asbury welcomes all individuals to participate in their worship services and community events. The church offers a range of resources and programs designed to support spiritual growth and connection among its members and visitors. Generated from the website