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We moms shouldn’t have to hold the nation together on empty. Yet here we are in the middle of a government shutdown that has thrown families into chaos. SNAP benefits are being cut; air traffic controllers, military school teachers, families in several states are losing child care as Head Start centers start to close; and other federal employees are facing another missed paycheck (while still showing up every day, keeping our country running!). WIC is barely hanging on by thread, and rising...
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Education Fund
October 31, 2025
In case you missed it: MomsRising October Community Meeting During our time together, we talked about what’s really going on with the government shutdown and how Republicans in Congress’ reckless decisions have pushed our health care system into a full-on crisis. When Republicans cut $1 trillion from health care programs this summer, they took health care from over 15 million people. Now, the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits—which help 24 million people afford health care—are...
In these unprecedented times, where ICE, DEA, FBI, and other federal agencies roam our streets targeting our Black and Brown neighbors, parents, and caregivers are scared for themselves, their children, and their communities. Schools should be spaces where children feel safe and free to express themselves without the fear of federal agents taking them or their families. As parents, educators, community members, and allies, we have a shared responsibility to build classrooms that are truly...
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Together
November 5, 2025
“I’m a single stay at home mother of two children ages 2 years old and 5 months old. I am also disabled and unable to work to help provide for my children, such as food. We were told our November benefits are at risk, and I’m scared for my family. We receive WIC and SNAP benefits. We depend on both to be able to eat monthly. My 5 month old son uses WIC for his special preemie formula and my 2 year old daughter uses it for the fruits, vegetables, and other must have daily nutrients she needs...
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Together
October 31, 2025
We know from parents that child care is the glue that helps families hold it together. Knowing that their children are safe, cared for, and learning makes it possible for parents to work, go to school, and ensure their family’s needs are being met. Without it, parents can’t keep food on the table, pay the rent, or build for their children’s future. But we also know how incredibly difficult it can be to find and afford child care in North Carolina right now. Our state is facing a child care...
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Education Fund
October 28, 2025
October is Head Start Awareness Month and it’s a chance to reflect on 60 years of an impactful, groundbreaking program it is for millions of children and families throughout the nation. Launched in 1965 as a comprehensive child development program, Head Start has been the most important social and educational program for children, families, and communities that the United States has ever undertaken. MomsRising's new Head Start Storybook uplifts just some of the incredible Head Starts experiences of parents, families, children and providers over the last 60 years, as it provided childcare access and comprehensive services to more than 38 million children and their families.
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Education Fund
October 24, 2025
These days, it seems like the cost of everything is going up—from the grocery store to the gas pump. The last thing people can afford right now is more expensive health care. Take action NOW by writing a letter to the editor to tell Republican leaders in Congress: Stop the health care heist! *Don’t stress, we’ll make it easy! We’ll give you a draft letter and all the talking points you need! What’s happening? Trump and Republican leaders in Congress have created a health care emergency that...
Keep up the health care fight Access to affordable health care polls sky high across people of all political parties in every state—and has long been a priority for our nation. But the $1 trillion health care cut made in the budget bill passed this summer will rip coverage from 15 million Americans and close over 300 hospitals, especially in rural areas. In addition, allowing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits to expire will put 24 million people at risk of health premiums soaring on...
Some disabilities are visible. Others are not. Disability is diverse. It includes mobility, physical, sensory, and developmental differences, as well as chronic illness, mental health conditions, and neurodivergence. But whether visible or invisible, women with disabilities are working, parenting, caregiving, and contributing every single day—often in a world that still refuses to acknowledge or fairly value their work. Today is Disabled Women’s Equal Pay Day, and it is a reminder that women...
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Education Fund
October 23, 2025