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January 23, 2025

The first few days of the Trump administration have been tough—and sadly, not unexpected. As we’ve heard his plans for aggressive immigration policies aimed at criminalizing and demonizing immigrants, one thing remains clear: our strength lies in our community. In these challenging times, it’s...

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Linda Stone

Families & The Federal Budget Health Care MomsRising Podcast

January 13, 2025

On the radio show this week we cover what’s expected in the upcoming Congressional session and how you can help protect and advance core policies for women and families; how you can help protect the Department of Education (and democracy too); the ways in which healthcare is under attack and what...

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Breastfeeding Food! Maternal Justice

January 17, 2025

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many families across affected regions are grappling with challenges that disrupt everyday life, including safely feeding their babies and young children. We were grateful to join the NC Breastfeeding Coalition’s Support & Advocacy for Infant Feeding in...

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Tina Sherman

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Health Care

January 10, 2025

As parents, there’s nothing more important than our children and family’s health. From routine physicals, to a common cold, to a devastating diagnosis—we safeguard our children and family the absolute best we can. We should expect the same from our leaders! Donald Trump’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (a.k.a. RFK Jr.), is grossly unqualified and a dangerous pick to be put in charge of safeguarding our nation’s health and must be stopped!

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Felicia Burnett

Family Economic Security Health Care MomsRising Parenting & Families Politics & Policy

December 18, 2024

If you are still grappling with the results of the most recent presidential election, you are not alone. The pandemic and the years that followed have made me even more aware of the challenges women face in society. There have been so many events in my life that have made me think about just how...

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Daniella Knight

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Health Care Politics & Policy

December 12, 2024

Everyone gets sick and everyone needs access to health care—no exceptions! Health care is a basic human need, and no one should be left out. Quick signature: Tell President-Elect Trump and Republicans in the U.S. Congress that they need to take cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) off...

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Felicia Burnett

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MomsRising MomsVote

December 2, 2024

As we gather this November, we recognize the mix of emotions many are feeling — grief, fear, hope, and determination – and reflect on the election and the road ahead. Even as we recognize the challenges, we’re also holding gratitude – for you, for the movement we’re building together, and for the many victories we DID have this November. Thanks to the efforts of 82,938 amazing MomsRising volunteers, we made a real impact for moms, families, and communities nationwide.

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Kerri Karvetski

Immigration

November 25, 2024

MomsRising stands with immigrant families and our public schools. On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, the North Carolina Senate joined the NC House in voting to override Governor Cooper’s veto of HB10, an anti-immigrant bill. As a result, it will become law effective December 1, 2024. This anti-...

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Sheila Arias

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November 14, 2024

Mamas and caregivers, we see you. We know that when things get hard, things get harder with caregiving. We often don’t get to stop and rest in the same ways. So take a DEEP BREATH and know we see you and are sending love your way. What we also know as moms and in being in community with so many of...

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