Dear John,

The first article in this week’s digest centers Minnesota in the national movement for drug pricing reform. This happened because Minnesotans, particularly Nicole Smith-Holt, told their stories about insulin costs over and over again. 

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Here's what we're reading, watching, and listening to this week: 

1. Drug Prices

Minnesota is at the center of a national movement for drug pricing reform. Read how patients are leading the fight to make prescription drugs affordable to everyone, no exceptions. 

2. Line 3

In the words of Rep. Aisha Gomez: Indigenous women have been warning us that “violence against the earth and exploitation of women and girls are twin features of the extractive economy. There is no honest way to support line 3 and care about murdered and missing Indigenous Women (MMIW).” Learn about exploitation and Line 3 in the Duluth News Tribune.   

3. Naomi Osaka

Serena Williams’ impact on Naomi Osaka is clear. Celebrate these tennis champions.  

4. Janelle Jones

The 36-year-old is the Department of Labor’s chief economist. Read up on Jones’ incredible work. 

5. COVID-19 Memorials

We must remember the thousands of people who have died from COVID-19. Read how other countries are memorializing their loved ones, neighbors, and people they’ve never met in the New York Times. If you’re feeling the grief of this moment, and want to build a memorial, sign up for our People’s Memorial event.  

6. Abortion Access

COVID-19 created even more barriers for people accessing abortion care. Applaud the incredible work of abortion funds and healthcare clinics and honor their work by donating to Our Justice, Minnesota’s abortion fund. 

7. Gas

Gas utility companies are clearly threatened by our powerful movement for climate justice. Read about their attempt to stall the progress of cities’ net-zero emissions efforts. 

8. Caregiving

Care work makes all other work possible. Read about Kate Washington’s experience and why we must continue to advocate for investments in our country’s care infrastructure in the Star Tribune.  

9. Megan Thee Stallion

She talked to Representative Maxine Waters about power, democracy, and WAP. Get in on Megan Thee Stallion’s conversation with Waters and admire their brilliance.  

10. Full Moon in Virgo

We’re prepping our altars. Get some ideas on how to welcome the full moon this Saturday. 

That’s a wrap. Send us what you’re reading.

- Kenza Hadj-Moussa and LyLy Vang-Yang