bill peduto
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President, Sabean Innovation, Inc, Distinguished Executive in Residence, Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College, Former Mayor of Pittsburgh.
Joined March 2009
As the Mayor of Pittsburgh, I can assure you that we will follow the guidelines of the Paris Agreement for our people, our economy & future.
.@POTUS "I was elected by voters of Pittsburgh, not Paris. I promised I wld exit or renegotiate any deal which fails to serve US interests".
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Fact: Hillary Clinton received 80% of the vote in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh stands with the world & will follow Paris Agreement @HillaryClinton
President Trump: "I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh, not Paris.".
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Fact-check - there are more jobs in the renewable/green industry in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh) than oil, gas & coal industries combined.
Who do you stand with? Paris or Pittsburgh?. If you support blue-collar union workers, if you stand for jobs, get your free bumper sticker here:
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Yes, yes we do @NRA. It is called a common sense responsibility to our customers & constiuents.
In April, Pittsburgh mayor Peduto illegally signed legislation restricting semi-auto firearms and standard capacity mags. To follow that, Peduto recently presented DICK'S CEO with an award for banning guns from his stores. They are a match made in heaven.
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THANK YOU @penguins for helping to get it done in 60 Hours. Finally thanks to 650,000 fans who showed USA how to do it right. ZERO arrests.
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The United States joins Syria, Nicaragua & Russia in deciding not to participate with world's Paris Agreement. It's now up to cities to lead.
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Pittsburgh.
After Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson hit his game-winning FG on Sunday, Steelers fans started donating to charities he works with 🙌
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Are you kidding me? Here we go, again. .
By rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement, President Biden indicates he’s more interested in the views of the citizens of Paris than in the jobs of the citizens of Pittsburgh. This agreement will do little to affect the climate and will harm the livelihoods of Americans.
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Important first hand account from inside PPG Arena. The vandals are not part of the young Black Leadership that organized this March. They are anarchists, hell bent on chaos and destruction. The hijacked a peaceful, march for justice and exploited it for their own selfish agenda.
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Arrest me. Sue me. Impeach me. I was elected to protect my constituents and that is exactly what I will do.
Breaking: gun rights advocates meeting with DA right now, discussing filing of private criminal complaints against Mayor. And also planning to file petition to impeach mayor over gun legislation #wpxi
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Fans from across the world celebrate life of Mac Miller at Pittsburgh's Blue Slide Park.
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I just called @gainey_ed and congratulated him on earning the Democratic endorsement for Mayor of the city of Pittsburgh. Wishing him well. Thank you Pittsburgh for the honor of being your Mayor these past 8 years. I will remain forever grateful.
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In Pittsburgh, every child will receive a new, free book every month until their fifth birthday. By the time they turn five, they will own a library of 60 books.
Pretty excited that after years of work we will launch the Dolly Parton imagination Library in Pittsburgh to tomorrow
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Disgrace? I chose to sit shiva with one of the families, then honor 2 of our Officers who were wounded by having a ceremony before Pens game. He decided it wasn’t worth getting his hair wet at the 100th Anniversary Memorial for those that were killed during WWI.
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Hey @penguins fans - just in case you didn't know. tonight's Full Moon is the Full Flower Moon. Nuff said.
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This morning I lost the most inspirational person of my life, my mom, Eva Maria (Zarroli) Peduto.
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Ok.First, no 2 hour delays tomorrow. We are Pittsburgh, we work hard & are used to being Champions. Second, we're working w Pens on parade.
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Actually. I went to honor 2 of our Police Officers who were injured on Saturday. We worked with the @Penguins to have them on the ice for ceremonial puck drop. They stayed with their families, I left to spend an hour of my birthday with my family. In Pittsburgh, we help people.
@RonCookPG @billpeduto With all that went on in the town since Saturday he goes to a freaking hockey game. He just went to see how many times he is on camera. Pittsburgh mayors are pathetic. Years ago when the city was going broke mayor Murphy was at his horse ranch in Buller county every weekend.
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What Pittsburghers Know About the Environment That Trump Still Needs to Learn via @lifehacker.
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If Joe Biden wins Pennsylvania, Joe Biden wins the Presidency. Hey world, breathe - we got yinz!.
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At the airport with Pittsburgh Patriots "No Hate, No Fear, Yinz are Welcome Here."
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They are not blocking streets. They are not carrying weapons. They are standing on the sidewalk & every time the four-way Red Light begins, they are running in the street to dance together. 100% wearing masks. #Pittsburgh.
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Yo, Jim @PhillyMayor - give me a call or we are gonna build a wall & Philadelphia will need to pay for it.
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The MAJORITY of people in EVERY state in our country support participation in Paris Agreement.
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Just sitting here thinking how great SNL is going to be this week.
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A hotline has been established for victim family members 412-432-4400 - a center has been set at Chatham University - 106 Berry Street. Multiple fatalities, 6 wounded including 4 Officers. FBI in charge, due to nature of hate crime.
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Cancelled interview w/ Lynne Hayes-Freeland for tomorrow. Not upset w/her, she’s always been a fair, strong journalist. But will not support @KDKARadio behavior. Growing up, KDKA had good people who made us proud to be from Pittsburgh. Now, it shock-jocks, sensationalism & worse.
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Lost my Dad in 1998. Didn’t really celebrate Christmas that year. Instead, received this coffee mug from my Mom. Only use it on Christmas, to remember those no longer with us, for past 20 years. Merry Christmas to all those who gather, to all those we lost & to all those alone.
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The beard is me. My dad never had gray hair, he lived til 70. My brothers the same, gray beards dark and bolding hair. As for me, I am not gay, but if I were I would proudly promote it. Just another single guy who, after a few near misses, still hopes of finding the special one.
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Tomorrow we begin the funerals for our 11 neighbors who were stolen from us. Tomorrow we continue to mourn their loss. We continue to help their families & those that were wounded. We reach out to our Jewish community to share love, compassion & empathy. We are #StrongerThanHate.
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Just got off the phone with @POTUS - a true gentleman. We talked about the past, we spoke of the future & the power of prayer in difficult times. Then. I asked him if he knew anyone who was hiring ;).
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Hate speech leads to hate crimes.
The man who shot dead two women at a yoga studio in Tallahassee before killing himself was a far-right extremist and self-proclaimed misogynist who railed against women, black people, and immigrants in a series of online videos and songs, BuzzFeed reports.
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Hello, Tom. Hello, Bill. It’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood. Yes, yes it is.
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Largest Pride Parade in Pittsburgh’s history & one of the largest parades in Pittsburgh, period.
This afternoon, Mayor @billpeduto joined thousands of #Pittsburgh residents on the streets of @DowntownPitt to celebrate #PrideMonth!
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Muslim groups raise enough money to cover funeral costs for all Pittsburgh victims
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Tonight 175 US Mayors -representing over 51 million Americans -joined @ClimateMayors & will protect Paris Agreement .
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Tonight Pittsburgh's City County Building joins 174 US cities & the rest of the world supporting the Paris Agreement
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In response, Pittsburgh will continue to be a welcoming city for all. We will pursue proactive initiatives to guarantee we provide a 21st century economy for all. We will work together to take care of our neighbors who need a helping hand. We are one. We are Pittsburgh.
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Actually. I was with victims families not at political events. Also important to note other electeds who were invited but did not attend - Senators Toomey & McConnell, Congressmen Rothrus & Ryan. but hey. I get it - typical DC politics. In Pittsburgh, we help people first.
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Steeler Nation.
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Thank you, Pittsburgh. We will take care of our residents that are hurting, first. We will take care of our Jewish neighbors & show both love & compassion. We will reach out to all who are marginalized or being attacked & let them know, you are welcome here. #StrongerThanHate.
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Happy New Year, Pittsburgh. 2018 was a challenging year, but you proved how we accept challenges and resolve to solve them - together. Pittsburgh is a strong city. We are a pragmatic city. We are a compassionate city. Here’s to 2019 & all the challenges we will face - together.
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It’s time.
10 states have legalized recreational marijuana, a move Lt. Gov. John Fetterman has long endorsed and Gov. Tom Wolf has said should be considered for Pennsylvania.
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Pittsburgh.
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“Climate Mayors commit to adopt, honor and uphold Paris Climate Agreement goals” by @ClimateMayors incl Pittsburgh!.
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Absolutely heartbroken. Franco was everything good that is Pittsburgh. He showed up, unannounced, without cameras, to so many volunteer & charitable events. He constantly gave without asking. He was a warrior for justice. So many positive memories, so little time. RIP #Franco 💔
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5 straight years of balanced budgets. 5 years of spending less than we budgeted. 5 years of reduced debt & increased reserve funds. 5 years & not 1 minute of your Pittsburgh government shutting down. Thank you Council, Controller, City Workers.
Yesterday, Mayor @billpeduto signed #Pittsburgh’s 2019 Budget. The $575 million Operating Budget shows significant investments in @PghPublicSafety staff. The $130 million Capital Budget provides the most funds for paving, facilities, & parks across @CityPGH in decades.
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We may not agree on the Stanley Cup Final (or on catfish hurling) but we certainly agree on this. Looking forward to working with you.
If @POTUS won't lead on Climate Change, cities must. Working w/ @Mayor4Climate to do just that. #ParisAgreement
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Guess you’ll be seeing this snowflake rocking this house for another four years. Thanks Pittsburgh! ❄️
Did you see some snowflakes mixed in with rain today? ❄🌧 This video was taken on Grant Street earlier this afternoon!
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Thanks, Dejan. Spent 2nd QT reading your article & Twitter responses. Get what you’re saying. Although we don’t have a legal argument, you’re correct, we do have a civic morality to the history of our team. I will work w/others to find long-term options. Turning sound back on.
That's respected, Mr. Mayor. Nothing was binding with Brewers, either, but community/government worked together toward a solution. There's a DEEP divide in TRUST here. As you know better than most, that's not found on paper, but it matters. You can help bridge it. #OurTeamNotHis.
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Just a perspective of time. With all we have been through, it was one week this morning that the @nytimes reported on the Presidents tax returns.
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This morning I lost my friend, mentor & oldest brother - Guy A. Peduto III. The last surviving member of my family of seven that grew up in a modified 3 bedroom house in Scott Twp, Guy & his wife Donna devoted their lives for the betterment of WV. A kind & caring man, I miss him.
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Just wanted to start this morning with a heartfelt THANK YOU, to all of those who worked, gave & sacrificed to allow me to have the opportunity to fulfill my dream. I love each & everyone of you and will remain eternally grateful of your support & friendship. Wishing you peace.
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Photo of final 2 Pittsburgh marathon finishers goes viral.
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For over 3.5 years, I have pinned this tweet to my account. Over 26M impressions, over 10K cities worldwide joined together. Today, President Biden rejoined the Paris agreement (and I unpinned this tweet from my account :).
As the Mayor of Pittsburgh, I can assure you that we will follow the guidelines of the Paris Agreement for our people, our economy & future.
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. and like we have stated, the city of Pittsburgh shall appeal.
A Pennsylvania judge struck down three assault weapon restrictions passed in Pittsburgh after the Tree of Life synagogue shooting last year
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To the students of Pittsburgh & those throughout our country, your voices are being heard. Your actions are being followed. Your city, your country, your world await you.
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He takes digs at me. He makes fun of my weight & chin(s). He is critical when he believes I can do better. He is a master of his craft & Pittsburgh is lucky to have a talent like @Rob_Rogers as a political satirist. Will Rogers would be proud.
I can't get into specifics here, but I felt that it was best under the circumstances to take some vacation days until issues with the Post-Gazette are resolved. I can't thank you enough for your support.
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Pittsburgh City-County Building. Mourning for the victims & the families/friends. Mourning for our Jewish community. Mourning for our city. Pittsburgh. #StrongerThanHate
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wait for it. .
The beauty of mathematics (gravity vs force tension) in pendulum motion.
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Add Pittsburgh.
Analysis: The Trump campaign has over $1 million in outstanding bills from American cities
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Sorry, Deb - just can’t do it. Finally found something more controversial than bike lanes.
@billpeduto I have a lot of respect for you and think you’re an excellent mayor, but I’m sorry, your beard needs to go! #justmyopinion.
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Did not realize God granted unto humankind the right to use semi-automatic weapons, designed to kill as many people as efficiently as possible, as a part of the divine universe. Must have missed that part at church.
@billpeduto You just can’t stand America and the rights given to us by God, not man, what part of shall not be infringed don’t you get.
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Free Willy!.
Great work by Allegheny Crane getting the bus out, now the hard work of restoring the street - have patience.
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Pittsburgh mayor Bill Peduto rejects Donald Trump's use of his city to justify Paris accord withdrawal
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Always trust Pittsburgh.
@Binski327 @billpeduto 8 in 10 people in Pittsburgh voted for Biden.
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Lt. Governor John Fetterman.
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Made a special visit to the 9-11 Memorial in Jerusalem, where they have created a second Memorial. This one is for the victims of Tree of Life. Planted an olive tree in their memory.
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It’s true. Since we’ve adopted “complete street” standards that have proven record of making neighborhood streets safer, Pittsburgh has been experiencing record number of 50 year & 100 year precipitation events, record landslides & flooding associated with them. Roundabouts, yep.
I’ve lived in Point Breeze for 18 years. Nothing like this had ever happened - until Mayor Bill Peduto decided our intersection needed a “roundabout” for cyclists. Thanks, Bill. You suck. (Hey, liberal neighbors. You still happy with your votes? Still Ridin’ with Biden?)
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In PA, w/one of nations most gerrymandered districts, Democrats may elect 6 Senate seats and a dozen House seats. Oh yeah, in the next redistricting, unlike past 20 years, Republicans will no longer be in control. PA is majority Democrats - soon districts will represent people.
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Ok. Good Night. All I have to say is this. We have a real problem with urban homicides & mass murders. We must agree that doing nothing is not a solution. A solution must recognize Constitutional rights & the ultimate safety of people. It is solvable.
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Listen to the frozen beef sheet. It shares wisdom.
media literacy in the internet age is incredibly difficult to develop. you have to navigate special interest groups, trolls, ads, conspiracies, fake accounts, satire, sensationalism, and beyond, in order to find credible source material and relevant experts buried under the mess.
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Beginning next year, the minimum wage of full-time City of Pittsburgh employees will be $15 per hour. If we can do it, you can do it.
Today marks the 11th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s last minimum wage increase to $7.25 in 2009. Congress hasn’t boosted the minimum wage since 2007 & we are now in the longest period without an increase since the minimum wage was created. It’s well past time we #RaiseTheWage.
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To those vandalizing Downtown. You will be arrested. You have turned on the very mission, and more importantly - the people, you supposedly marched for 2 hours ago. You have turned their peaceful march for justice into your self-centered, violent act of attention.
Dear allies, it is imperative that you listen to organizers. These young Black organizers had a clear plan and message that was disregarded. If you fight for Black lives, you don’t unnecessarily place Black bodies in jeopardy.
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Congratulations to Mayor-Elect Ed Gainey. I look forward to working with you and your team on a progressive transition for the betterment of all of Pittsburgh. Here’s to the next chapter. Do great things!
CNN PROJECTION: Ed Gainey will become mayor of Pittsburgh, making him the first Black mayor in the city’s history .
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Pittsburgh stands with & will protect Dreamers.
Statement by Mayor @billpeduto on termination of DACA, and Pittsburgh's promise to fight for immigrants
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Took some time off today to mourn. With friends tonight, spent past 3 hours to get unanswered emails to 233. Please understand & know eventually, I will respond. In Pittsburgh, we put the families first. Stronger than Steel. Stronger than Hate.
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