Juneteenth: What It Is, and Why We Commemorate It
Juneteenth celebrates the humanity of Black people and the community's indomitable spirit. It is also a time for rest, reflection and solidarity.
Don’t Call 6-Week Abortion Bans “Heartbeat” Bills. Here’s Why.
The biased language in these bills — including the unconstitutional Texas abortion ban — has no basis in medicine or reality. They’re written to divert attention from the fact that they ban abortion and hurt pregnant people.
Why Are the U.S. Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services So Important?
Here’s how CMS can affect your life, and why you should pay attention to who’s running it.
Register to Vote
You have power — and you have a voice. Make sure you’re ready to use them in this election.
6 Ways Biden Has Protected Our Health and Rights in His First 100 Days in Office
When they were sworn in, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris promised to strengthen the federal pandemic response, overturn the harmful policies of the previous administration, and advance our health and rights. Here’s what they’ve delivered.
“Defund” Attacks on Planned Parenthood in Texas
Texas Medicaid patients are suffering the consequences of a dangerous political game. Here’s what happened.
What’s the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, and Why Do We Care Who Runs It?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a powerful federal agency. The person who runs it can undermine or expand national health care programs and policies.
That Was Quick: 5 Ways Biden Has Already Protected Our Health and Rights
The first 30 days of the Biden-Harris White House has transformed the government’s COVID-19 response and health care leadership, and upended harmful Trump policies on abortion care services, LGBTQ+ rights, and immigrant rights.
So long, 2020! (So, sooo long.)
The best part about 2020 may well be that it’s over. But let’s appreciate what we endured, and honor the memory and the legacy of the people who didn’t make it through.
Finally! Seven Reasons to Celebrate the Biden-Harris Win.
We can't contain our excitement (and relief) that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris won the 2020 election. Here’s to a new beginning!
We’re Not Backing Down Until Our Voices Are Heard: Count Every Vote
We voted for new leaders and new possibilities. We won't rest until every single vote is counted. Mark our words: We will be heard.
