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Top #5Actions of the Past Week: September 4, 2020

Before we get to the #5Actions this week, all of us at MomsRising want to first thank you for everything you’ve been doing to help protect our democracy, to advance justice, to get families and our economy much needed COVID-19 relief measures, and to help get out the MomsVote in 2020. We know you’re doing this all at the same time as you’re juggling a tremendous amount in your lives due to the pandemic, online schooling, work, and the list goes on and on. You are true superheroes. Thank you. We...
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Health Care Immigration MomsVote Politics & Policy
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Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner
September 4, 2020

FAQ: MomsRising GOTV Postcards

Answers to frequently asked questions about our GOTV postcard campaign. The sign-up period for GOTV postcards closed on Monday, August 17th because we officially reached our updated goal of sending 2 million voting reminder postcards!
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MomsVote
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Sara Alcid
August 7, 2020

Use Your Parent Voice: Join Early Edge CA's Parent Advisory Committee

Being a mother and a full-time educator is no easy task on a typical day. Adding a global pandemic in the mix definitely takes a toll on trying to figure out how to juggle multiple facets of our lives. As parents navigating COVID-19, we have a constant pressure of being 100% present at work (if we are fortunate enough to work remotely), putting food on the table, and meeting the needs of our children. Now more than ever, it is crucial that we use our parent voice to speak on the ways in which...
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Childcare & Early Education Families & The Federal Budget MomsRising MomsRising Near You
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Marysol Perez
September 3, 2020
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What You Need to Know About the New Federal Emergency Paid Leave

Big News! For the first time ever, thanks to the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act, our nation will have a *limited*, nation-wide, paid sick days and paid family leave law in place during the COVID-19 crisis. The new law is a huge deal and we all helped make it happen. Thank you! But how will it work? Who's covered? How do you access the benefit? Scroll down for useful resources including a detailed fact sheet and handy infographic. Editor’s Note: This information is accurate as of...
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Paid Family Leave Paid Sick Days
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Karen Showalter
April 17, 2020

Books for Raising Voters, Advocates, Activists, Future Presidents

As parents we know it can be hard to find creative and age appropriate ways to discuss social justice and all the uncertainty in the world with our children. Finding quality material to engage your kids in social activism, voting and other social justice issues can be overwhelming, and daunting especially if you're unsure of where or how to start. Most of us were not raised with age appropriate books on the electoral college, the process of voting or even who can vote! Fortunately we have the...
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Childcare & Early Education Families & The Federal Budget MomsRising MomsVote Politics & Policy
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Amber Dorsey
August 20, 2020
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Pennsylvania! Your Voting Information and Deadlines

The 2020 General Election is going to be an important one and we are doing our part to share as much relevant information to help you with early voting. The process to request an early ballot may be a multi-step process depending on your state’s requirements. Stick with it and exercise your right to vote. Pennsylvania Key Dates Oct 19 General Election Registration Deadline Nov 3 General Election TO DO: Check your voter registration status How to Vote Early in Pennsylvania To vote by mail-in...
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MomsVote
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Lucrecer Braxton
September 1, 2020
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Michigan! Your Voting Info and Deadlines

The 2020 General Election is going to be an important one and we are doing our part to share as much relevant information to help you with early voting. The process to request an early ballot may be a multi-step process depending on your state’s requirements. Stick with it and exercise your right to vote. Michigan Key Dates Oct 19 General Election Registration Deadline (Mail/Online) Oct 30 General Election Absentee Request Deadline Nov 3 General Election TO DO: Check your voter registration...
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MomsVote
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Lucrecer Braxton
August 29, 2020

Get help buying groceries while schools are closed / Obtenga ayuda para comprar alimentos mientras las escuelas están cerradas

Español debajo RISERS! Help us get this important information out to families: Because of COVID-19, children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school will get extra food benefits. Families can receive up to $399 per child for food! This benefit is not considered under public charge. But many families are at risk of missing the application deadline for this benefit -- there is currently $87 MILLION in unclaimed food benefits for Washington kids and families. The deadline to...
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Food! MomsRising Near You
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Maggie Humphreys
August 27, 2020

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