Dear Friend,

It's a big week! The impeachment trial began in the U.S. Senate, and thousands of people are once again taking to the streets for the 2020 Women's March. We--the people--have fueled all of this. We are the engines of our democracy, and the force that continues to demand and win change at the local and national levels. Thank you for continuing to speak out about issues that matter to women and families. We are proud to keep marching with you.

Please scroll down for this week's list of top actions, featuring important items around impeachment, gun safety, Medicaid, and more. Please scroll down, make sure you've signed them all, and share with family and friends. Thank you for all you do! Here's the list -->

1. Quick Signature: Tell your U.S. Senators to conduct a fair and complete impeachment trial!

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BACKGROUND: We need to push the U.S. Senate to keep the impeachment process moving forward with a fair impeachment trial that includes witnesses and documents. America’s moms are counting on Senate leaders to protect our democracy by putting patriotism ahead of party. Add your name now! 

2. MomsRising + 2020 Women's March on Washington!

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BACKGROUND: MomsRising is a proud partner of the 2020 Women’s March on Washington, the first historic mobilization of the year. We are marching for the future we want to live in, one where freedom is for everyone, without exception. We are marching to show our determination, commitment, and collective strength... and for what we will achieve together. How about you? If you are planning to — or want to — attend the national Women's March on Washington, a sister march in your area, or help out virtually, let us know (and we’ll email you logistics for the Women’s March in DC and around the country)!

3. Tell Congress: The Child Care Crisis is Squeezing Families Too Tight!

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BACKGROUND: A study released by Freddie Mac just last month found that child care costs have grown by almost 50% in the last 25 years. Costs are equaling about half of the national medium mortgage payment (you read that right - MORTGAGE PAYMENTS!) and the study argues that for millennial families, it's a bigger barrier to buying a home than student loan debt! With news like this, it's no surprise that child care took center stage in the last presidential debate. But families need more than talk. We are experiencing a child care crisis and we need big solutions that work for kids, families, early childhood professionals, and our economy. Thankfully, that solution is already here. The Child Care for Working Families Act provides a comprehensive solution that would expand access to affordable, high-quality childcare and pre-K for families while improving compensation and training for the childcare workforce. Tell your members of Congress to stand up for working families and co-sponsor and support the Child Care for Working Families Act today!




4. #BusinessMustAct for Gun Safety

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BACKGROUND: Americans are grappling with the consequences of gun violence every day, yet our government has failed to pass legislation to protect our loved ones and communities. It’s time to also look to large American employers to take responsibility for their workers, customers, and communities, and do everything they can to keep us safe from the estimated 393 million firearms in civilian hands. We are demanding that America’s businesses:
1) Prevent customers from bringing guns into their stores;
2) End political donations to lawmakers who stand in the way of gun reform; and
3) Invest in community-driven gun violence intervention programs.
It’s time for large American employers to also take responsibility for the gun safety of their workers, customers, and communities, and do everything they can to keep us safe from the estimated 393 million firearms in civilian hands. Add your name now! 

5. Demand Expansion of Medicaid To Save Pregnant and Postpartum People!

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BACKGROUND: Maternal deaths and serious complications during pregnancy and childbirth have been rising in the United States — particularly for women of color and especially for Black women. Expanding Medicaid can help address this crisis by playing a critical role in ensuring continuous health insurance coverage, which plays a vital role in keeping women healthy during and after pregnancy. Post delivery — the first 100 days after birth, often referred to as the fourth trimester — is an especially critical time for women to have access to health care because it is when most complications occur. Unfortunately, many women lack consistent insurance coverage. Medicaid eligibility levels for pregnant women vary across states and coverage ends 60 days after birth, putting the lives and health of many new moms in jeopardy. Sign on now to tell your members of Congress to support the Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of 2019 (H.R.4996)!

 

Thanks for all you do!   

- Karen, Felicia, Kristin, Gloria, Nate, and the rest of the MomsRising / MamásConPoder Team

  

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