The co-founder of the PA BetterPath Coalition discusses the climate crisis, Gov. Shapiro’s response (or lack thereof), and plans going forward.
Mark Engler on the importance of movement candidates bypassing Washington cultural hurdles.
Alyssa Bowen discusses the lesser-known far-right organization of “concerned mothers” targeting school boards across the country.
“There’s a really important role that these ‘fringe’ groups play in pushing the envelope, in keeping things moving ever-rightward. And then these things, by and by, show up in much more mainstream parts of the right,” said Joyce.
A new generation of doctors, researchers, and advocates are focused on changing the system of prevention.
Buried within the bill is language that would create federal education private school vouchers and provide a tax dodge for the wealthy while eroding the public school system in favor of taxpayer-subsidized discrimination.
“I’m extraordinarily disappointed and angry that the majority of the board chose to ignore the very real concerns and wishes of their constituents in an apparent bid to further their own agendas,” said Nicole Lynch, a Centennial parent from Southampton Township.
“It is infuriating that Republicans in Congress are willing to make our children go hungry so they can give tax breaks to the already rich,” Minnesota Rep. Angie Craig told States Newsroom.
Funding is running out for a federal rental assistance program, putting families across the commonwealth at risk of eviction.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates this budget will cut $698 billion in Medicaid spending, causing approximately 8.6 million people to lose their health care coverage. It will also result in 3 million less people a month receiving SNAP food stamps benefits.
