From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): Those earliest moments with our babies are some of the most magical, full of firsts—first breath, first smile, first step. Supporting new moms and birthing people and their babies during those magical moments is critical for … Continued
From the Coalition on Human Needs (http://www.chn.org): The federal government is on the verge of shutting down. Because the federal government’s fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30 every year, Congress has the next two weeks to pass … Continued
Posted at https://www.commondreams.org/news/2022/09/14/earth-now-our-only-shareholder-founder-gives-away-patagonia-save-planet “Hopefully this will influence a new form of capitalism that doesn’t end up with a few rich people and a bunch of poor people,” said Yvon Chouinard. “We are going to give away the maximum amount of … Continued
From Clean Water Action (http://www.cleanwateraction.org/): Democracy works best when you and the other residents of Pennsylvania understand the crucial legislation being voted on in Harrisburg that impacts our families, air, water, and health. That’s why we joined with several allies … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): Our members of Congress faced a series of choices about our democracy this term, like: …passing strong federal voting rights protections, like the For The People Act, Freedom To Vote Act, and John R. Lewis Voting … Continued
From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): The Biden administration has released its proposal for future drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. More than 10 years after the biggest oil spill ever in U.S. waters, the Gulf of Mexico is still reeling from the … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): Right now, we have the opportunity to majorly improve Pennsylvania’s elections, but we have to act fast. Our county election departments have been pleading with the state legislature to implement Precanvassing, a simple change that would … Continued
From Common Cause (http://www.commoncause.org): SIGN NOW at https://act.commoncause.org/petitions/fight-back-against-big-moneys-influence-overturn-citizens-united-and-pass-the-disclose-act/: Congress must pass the DISCLOSE Act and overturn Citizens United >> Breaking news: an ultra-conservative businessman just made possibly the largest political donation ever – giving $1.6 BILLION to lock in far-right public policy … Continued
From Interfaith Power and Light (http://interfaithpowerandlight.org): This November, the United Nations will be holding its annual international climate conference, COP27, in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Interfaith Power & Light will be there, pushing the U.S. to take a strong leadership … Continued
From Spotlight PA (https://www.spotlightpa.org/): Five gubernatorial candidates will be on the Nov. 8 ballot in a contest that could dramatically alter the course of the state. To ensure you’re prepared to cast your ballot, Spotlight PA compiled brief biographies, donor information, and … Continued