Immigration

Family Economic Security Immigration MomsVote

November 8, 2019

Happy Friday! Did you vote this week? When moms RISE, things happen. Big things. This year, to get out the vote for the Virginia elections, moms sent a massive number of GOTV texts & hand-written postcards to low frequency mom voters, made videos to inspire other moms to vote, shared stories,...

Karen Showalter

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Families & The Federal Budget Immigration

November 6, 2019

We’ve all been hearing about the depths of cruelty of the Trump Administration’s family separation policies for a while, but the extent of that cruelty is still being discovered. Horrifyingly, just last week, the ACLU discovered 1,556 more immigrant families were separated than previously estimated...

Elyssa Schmier

Family Economic Security Health Care Immigration Politics & Policy Realistic & Fair Wages

October 30, 2019

Halloween is especially scary this year. Not because of the neighbor’s zombie decorations – and certainly not because of all the (adorable) miniature vampires at your door for candy. Nope. This year, Halloween is off-the-charts frightening because of U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s LEGISLATIVE GRAVEYARD that is actively harming women, working families, the LGBTQ+ community, the immigrant community, and our democracy.

Sara Alcid

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Immigration MomsRising

October 28, 2019

Changing the world doesn’t have to be scary. With MomsRising, standing up for moms and children can be inspiring and fun. That’s why, by popular demand, we’re printing more of our “Mothers Raising Liberty & Justice” stickers that have energized MomsRising members around the nation, so you can...

Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

Immigration Maternal Justice MomsVote Paid Sick Days

October 25, 2019

Know what's spookier than a bump in the night? Not speaking out about issues that matter to women and families! We're here to help, with this week's round-up of top actions. Please scroll down and make sure you've signed them all, then be sure to share with family and friends too. Because together...

Karen Showalter

Immigration MomsRising

October 24, 2019

Autumn is in full swing - and as we plan for events and holidays that bring our families closer together, it's important to remember that immigrant families are still being torn apart. Immigrants are our neighbors, friends, and family members, and we must step up for them. Our October #KeepMarching...

Dorie Klein

Health Care Immigration

October 7, 2019

Recently, the National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum (NAPAWF) kicked off its Power Up Conference , a convening of more than 100 advocates from across the nation to help fuel the reproductive justice movement for Asian-American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) women and girls. Advocates will share...

Sung Yeon Choimorrow

Families & The Federal Budget Family Economic Security Immigration Politics & Policy

September 30, 2019

The Coalition on Human Needs just released another edition of the Human Needs Report, our regular newsletter on national policy issues affecting low-income and vulnerable populations. Read on for the latest on Congress's work to avoid a shutdown, immigration and border fights, new poverty and health insurance data, anti-SNAP and Medicaid proposals, and more.

Lecia Imbery

Immigration

September 17, 2019

As Americans, there are certain things that bind us all together regardless of origin, gender, or political affiliation. A love of country, democracy, and a tireless pursuit of equity, justice, and humanity, serve as a unifying force for Latinos and all Americans. These ideals serve as the bedrock...

Lizette Escobedo

Families & The Federal Budget Gun Safety Immigration

September 13, 2019

Happy Friday. We're sharing this week's roundup of top and timely actions below, featuring timely and important calls-to-action around immigration, taxes, gun safety, and more. Scroll down for an exciting photo of our team at the debate in Houston last night, too! As always, sharing this list with...

Karen Showalter