On August 16th of 2021, the United States rushed the final steps of its military evacuation from Afghanistan as the Taliban drew closer to seizing control of the entire country. Tens of thousands of vulnerable Afghans, American citizens, and third … Continued
Here are the details concerning the forgiveness of student loan debt. It will: Provide up to $20,000 in debt cancellation to Pell Grant recipients and up to $10,000 in debt cancellation to non-Pell Grant recipients. Borrowers who earn less than … Continued
Posted at https://www.commondreams.org/news/2022/08/23/climate-crisis-pushing-1-6-us-tree-species-toward-extinction-study “Understanding the current state of trees within the U.S. is imperative to protecting those species, their habitats, and the countless communities they support.” JULIA CONLEY August 23, 2022 New research published Tuesday reveals both how chronically under-studied tree … Continued
Posted at https://www.commondreams.org/news/2022/08/23/wyden-launches-probe-deceptive-marketing-medicare-advantage-plans “Unfortunately, false or misleading advertisements and fraudulent sales practices are not new issues for Medicare beneficiaries,” said the chair of the Senate Finance Committee. KENNY STANCIL August 23, 2022 Sen. Ron Wyden on Tuesday launched an inquiry into … Continued
From the National Farm Worker Ministry (https://nfwm.org/): Harvest of Justice (HOJ) is our annual educational program that provides supporters with multiple resources, so they can help their faith group and community learn about issues affecting farm workers. HOJ is an … Continued
As many of you know infant formula issues have presented challenges. For those of you unaware, the USDA just announced the extension of a series of waivers to provide WIC families with additional formula options through the end of the … Continued
From Children First (http://www.childrenfirstpa.org): We’re writing to bring your attention to a dangerous bill, HB 1532, dubbed the “Erasing Our History” bill. It includes provisions that would severely restrict the free flow of ideas in our public schools and promote … Continued
From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): Congress put forward its economic plan and we have feelings. Lots of them. Thanks to the amazing work of MomsRising volunteers mobilizing online and on the ground, we are celebrating the huge wins on healthcare, prescription … Continued
Posted at https://www.commondreams.org/news/2022/08/19/trump-appointed-judge-permanently-blocks-bidens-oil-and-gas-leasing-moratorium Fossil fuel extraction on federal lands and waters has accounted for an estimated 25% of all U.S. carbon emissions since 2005. JAKE JOHNSON August 19, 2022 A Trump-appointed federal judge in Louisiana issued a permanent injunction Thursday against President Joe … Continued
From the Coalition on Human Needs (http://www.chn.org): Big money donors and wealthy special interest groups hold too much power in our political system. Despite anonymous donors’ outsized influence, the American public doesn’t know who they are, where the money comes … Continued