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09/14/26

On the radio show this week, we start by exploring the vital importance of moms running for office and how their unique perspectives can shape better policies for families. After that, we delve into critical early learning funding, including the Child Care Development Fund and programs like Headstart. Next, we discuss the push for healthy school meals for all, highlighting a congressional briefing and the urgent need for robust policies as millions face SNAP cuts. Finally, we close the show by examining how ordinary people can reclaim their power, fight for freedom, and reimagine democracy, inspired by a new book: “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times: How to Reclaim Your Power, Fight for Freedom, and Reimagine Democracy"

MomsRising Together

Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

Health Care Parenting & Families

09/10/26

I am a textbook “Type-B” mom. I do not know what tomorrow’s spirit week theme is, I cannot keep track of my kids’ sports’ calendars, and I will never remember what time my three kids were born. If you need someone to start a dance party when we are already late, I’m your girl. The one schedule I...

MomsRising Education Fund

Jenny Byer

Podcast

09/09/26

On the radio show this week, we start by delving into the experience of testifying in Congress on family economic security, highlighting the disconnect between many policymakers and the realities faced by families. After that, we celebrate significant victories for domestic workers and labor rights in Washington State, showcasing progress in protecting vulnerable workers. Next, we discuss the power of unions, reflecting on the meaning of Labor Day for everyone. Finally, we close the show by emphasizing the critical role of voting rights and the need to engage and excite people to participate in our democracy.

MomsRising Together

Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

A home health care aide providing compassionate support to an aging adult at home.

Family Economic Security Health Care

09/08/26

Federal budget cuts targeting Medicaid are threatening vital Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS) — forcing states to restrict in-home support for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Join us and take action!

MomsRising Together

Kelsey Reyes

Health Care

08/31/26

Recent policy choices have stripped roughly 8 million Americans of health care coverage, forcing families to face skyrocketing premiums and threatening community medical facilities with closure. Urge your member of Congress to take immediate action to restore critical Medicaid funding and reinstate essential health care tax credits.

MomsRising Together

Felicia Burnett

Podcast

08/24/26

On the radio show this week, we start out discussing what you can do to help protect democracy and safeguard our voting rights. After that, we dive into the Million Conversations Movement and the power of sharing personal care stories and how they can help shape national policy. Following that segment, we explore the current state of paid family medical leave and how to accelerate its progress. Then, we close the show by addressing maternal health, including recent vaccine rollbacks and the importance of national breastfeeding month.

MomsRising Together

Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

MomsRising Politics & Policy

08/24/26

Do I have to be a mom or parent to participate? No – anyone and everyone is welcome to volunteer to write MomsRising voting reminder postcards! Who is receiving the postcards? NEW FOR 2026: We aren't blasting postcards to just anyone. We are laser-targeting Democratic moms in key toss-up districts...

MomsRising Together

Sue Anne Reed

Health Care Immigration

08/24/26

Families across our communities are already struggling with the rising costs of health care, child care, and aging and disability care. At the same time, our country is facing serious shortages of workers who provide this essential care. Now, the Trump administration’s decision to end Temporary...

MomsRising Education Fund

Linda Stone

Politics & Policy Reproductive Justice Social & Emotional Development

08/18/26

As students head back to school across the country, we should all care about what they are learning. Everyone agrees that school lessons should be accurate. They should be helpful for a student’s health and growth.That is why the return of abstinence-only programs is so concerning. More than ten...

MomsRising Education Fund

Gina Arias

Podcast

08/17/26

On the radio show this week, we delve into federal budget priorities, discussing we’re all needed to make democracy still work despite the economic squeeze families face. After that, we look at the National Childcare Convention, exploring solutions to the ongoing childcare crisis. Following that segment, we highlight the importance of protecting our national parks from censorship and other threats. Finally, we close the show with an update on efforts to make paid family and medical leave a reality for all.

MomsRising Together

Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

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Moms Running for Office; Early Learning & Child Care; Healthy School Meals; Reclaiming Our Democracy

I’ll Help Look Out for Your Kids. Will You Help Look Out for Mine?

Testifying in Congress; Domestic Worker Wins; Labor Day & Workplace Success; Getting Out The Vote

The Care Economy Emergency — Millions Risk Losing Vital Home- and Community-Based Services

Protect Family Health Care — Restore Medicaid and ACA Tax Credits

Protecting our Democracy; The Power of Care Stories; Advancing Paid Family Leave; Maternal Health and Vaccines

2026 Postcards Project: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Help us protect the caregivers our families depend on via your local newspaper!

Kids Deserve Real Facts, Not Fear-Based Sex Ed

Budget Priorities & Democracy; National Childcare Solutions; Censorship in National Parks; Advancing Paid Family/Medical Leave

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