Caring for our loved ones is a key issue in this year’s elections in Michigan
This November, Michigan has a critical choice to make for the future of families struggling to get by. Attacks on immigrants, a lack of good paying jobs and the exploding…
Kat Klawes
Kat Klawes (she/they) is an educator, advocate, and activist living in Wisconsin. Her work centers around helping others find their voice. She has worked on policy related to housing, LGBTQ+…
How Violence Against Women in New Mexico is Trying to Intimidate Them from Political Service
Even in a state with strong representation from women, violent threats, sexual harassment, and unpaid positions can deter them from fully participating in civic life.
The Youth Wave — Not a Red One — Dominated the 2022 Midterm Elections
The next generation is going to make a difference. This gives me hope for the future and my state of New Mexico.
Wisconsin Voters Understood the Assignment (Mostly).
Organizing around economic security overcame racism and disinformation in the Governor’s race, but there’s still work to do.
Democrats Should Be Campaigning on a Permanent Expanded Child Tax Credit
The 2021 credit expansion in the American Rescue Plan cut poverty for millions, according to a recent Census Bureau report. Unsurprisingly — it’s overwhelmingly popular with voters.
National Voter Registration Day Celebrates Ten Years
The outstanding gap in registration and ongoing threats of disenfranchisement from extremist Republicans continue to make the holiday necessary.
With Corporations and the GOP Putting Profits Over Our Babies, I’m Panicked over the Formula Shortage
My third baby is due in less than a week. I’m scared and asking legislators to put families first.
One Year Into the American Rescue Plan: The States Organizing to Get Funds to Families
Grassroots groups across the country secured millions for affordable housing, child care, tax credits and other priorities.
This year, be a child care voter, our future depends on it
With all the political rhetoric taking place in this 2020 election cycle, the issue of child care has become front and center for people of all backgrounds, including those without…