Tell FCC to Enforce Net Neutrality Rules
Millions of Americans rely heavily on the internet; it often plays an integral role in our lives. It enables free, easy access to information. It facilitates commerce. It allows us to reach friends and families who are far away. It … Continued
Sign Statement: We Stand with The Lancaster Stand
Students from Eastern Mennonite University, Eastern University, Messiah College, Dickinson College and many other individuals of differing backgrounds are asking for your support for The Lancaster Stand and for environmental and native rights—opposing the Atlantic Sunrise Pipeline. They have set … Continued
Fathers’ Unemployment Taking Huge Toll on Children
Posted at http://www.chn.org/2017/05/09/fathers-unemployment-taking-huge-toll-on-children/#.WRMepPkrIdU By Andrew L. Yarrow May 9, 2017 This piece was originally published by the San Francisco Chronicle on April 27. [Photo Credit: Caribb via Flickr] “After I got divorced in 1999, I had custody of my kids, but I went out … Continued
Watch Video on Early Childhood Education-Tell PA Legislators to Invest in our Children
From the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center (http://www.pennbpc.org): The newest PA’s Choice “Our Stories” video has debuted, focusing on the tremendous impact that state-funded early childhood programs have AND the importance of continuing to invest in young children! After you … Continued
Contact Your Senator: Stop Methane Pollution
From PennFuture (http://www.pennfuture.org): See action at end. Methane emissions from the natural gas industry are rising faster than production across the state, pointing to a simple fact: the industry’s voluntary efforts to cut emissions are not effective. The latest data … Continued
Urge Congress to Stand Up Against Muslim Ban
From Amnesty International USA (http://www.amnestyusa.org): This week, the Trump administration is back in court, fighting to keep its bigoted Muslim and refugee ban alive. It seems as though Trump won’t stop fighting to advance his agenda. But neither will we! … Continued
Bill Would Close Exemptions in PA Smoke-Free Law
Posted at http://www.publicnewsservice.org/2017-05-09/health-issues/bill-would-close-exemptions-in-pa-smoke-free-law/a57618-2 May 9, 2017 – Andrea Sears, Public News Service (PA) Play Audio in Browser Window The 2008 Clean Indoor Air Act allows smoking in some bars and restaurants, private clubs and casinos. (DucDigital/Flickr) HARRISBURG, Pa. – A … Continued
Report: PA Needs to Invest More in Quality Pre-K
Posted at http://www.publicnewsservice.org/2017-05-09/early-childhood-education/report-pa-needs-to-invest-more-in-quality-pre-k/a57618-1 May 9, 2017 – Andrea Sears, Public News Service (PA) Play Audio in Browser Window Investing in pre-K raises graduation rates, reduces crime and saves tax dollars, according to a new report. (U.S. Navy/Wikimedia Commons) HARRISBURG, Pa. … Continued
ICE’s Private Detention Centers Keep Data Under Lock and Key
From the Project on Government Oversight (http://www.pogo.org/): (Photo: The Seattle Globalist / Flickr) Hundreds of thousands of people are held for varying amounts of time in America’s privately run detention centers every year. Want to know how well these private facilities are … Continued