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May 7, 2020 at 8:21 PM

Add your name! Demand everyone have access to healthcare during this pandemic"

Tell the Department of Health and Human Services to let people sign up for health insurance now! Tell the Department of Health and Human Services: "Open the Affordable Care Act enrollment period to ensure everyone has access to healthcare amid the coronavi…

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May 5, 2020 at 11:18 PM

Send a letter to Congress: Prioritize people and families, not Trump's rich friends

Enough partisan politics. Let's solve problems for the American people! Tell Congress: "More than 30 million people have already lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19, and families throughout our country have seen their household finances collapse. Congr…

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May 4, 2020 at 4:53 PM

From CHN: The Human Needs Report, May 4, 2020

The Human Needs Report: May 4, 2020 View the complete report here (HTML) or here (PDF). Dear John, CHN just released another edition of the Human Needs Report. Read on for the latest on Congress's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, work on FY21 spending bills,…

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May 2, 2020 at 2:21 PM

Lindsay Graham and Donald Trump have some awful ideas >>>

Together, let's fight for working families! John, More than 30 million Americans have lost their jobs as a direct result of the pandemic.1 Now, Donald Trump and Lindsay Graham want to cut off help to those who need it most. That's an awful idea. Graham has made…

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May 1, 2020 at 7:59 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog focused on efforts by front-line, at-risk workers to urge Congress to pass a robust relief package for financially stressed st…

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  Nicolai Haddal, Coalition on Human Needs · [email protected]

May 1, 2020 at 2:32 PM

Re: Send Congress a letter: Demand they protect our frontline workers

No, Mitch, states shouldn't go bankrupt! John, Frontline public service workers are critical to fighting this pandemic and eventually re-opening our economy. States need a boost from the federal government to keep these essential workers on the payroll. Instead …

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April 30, 2020 at 6:10 PM

Send Congress a letter: Demand they protect our frontline workers

Tell Congress: "In every state of our country, frontline workers—health care workers, corrections officers, custodians and other public service workers—are putting their lives at risk each day to fight this pandemic. But if Congress doesn’t provide immed…

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April 28, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Our farmworkers and our food supply are in danger!

Together, let's demand Congress protect our farmworkers and our food supply. Tell Congress: "Congress must provide protections for our farmworkers, including paid sick and family leave, and require that employers provide essential protective gear for all f…

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April 28, 2020 at 1:48 PM

From our friends at CBPP: COVID-19 webinar for state advocates

Thursday, April 30, from 1-2 p.m. Eastern From our friends at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities: Webinar on priorities for future COVID-19 federal legislationThursday, April 30, from 1-2 p.m. Eastern Register here Please note: The webinar is off the …

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April 24, 2020 at 6:50 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog reported on deep-rooted fear and anxiety among elderly Americans about the coronavirus pandemic. We explored the concept of co…

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April 23, 2020 at 8:22 PM

Steven Mnuchin is demonstrating his lack of understanding of the circumstances of many older Americans, widows or widowers, veterans, and people with disabilities.

We delivered more than 13,000 petition signatures to Steven Mnuchin. John, The Trump administration is punishing Social Security recipients. While many Americans have started receiving their $1,200 Economic Impact Payments from recent COVID-19 legislation (incl…

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April 21, 2020 at 6:35 PM

Add your name: Let's demand a fair and accessible election in 2020!

Together, let's demand a fair and accessible election in 2020! Tell State Election Officials: "We are facing one of the most consequential elections in our nation's history, and we must take action to make sure everyone has the chance to have their voice he…

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April 18, 2020 at 2:11 PM

Tell Congress: Leave no one behind!

Together, we are fighting for the needs of low-income and working families! John, More than 20 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits as a result of the coronavirus pandemic in the last month, alone. People are struggling to make ends meet. But …

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April 17, 2020 at 6:56 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog continued our special coverage of the coronavirus pandemic, with a look at COVID-19 among immigrant detainees and a first-pers…

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April 15, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Add your name! Tell Congress to oppose tax breaks for the rich and focus support on working families

Tell Congress to prioritize funding for working families, not bailouts for the rich. Tell Congress: "In the next coronavirus emergency aid package, oppose new tax breaks for the rich and corporations. Instead, Congress must prioritize funding for direct pa…

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April 13, 2020 at 4:43 PM

DEADLINE TOMORROW: Submit your public comment rejecting the Trump administration’s dangerous rule to re-define poverty.

The White House claims the number of people living in poverty is exaggerated. Tell Congress: "Don't undermine millions of low-income families by changing what ‘poverty’ means." ADD YOUR NAME John, During this challenging time, we need t…

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April 11, 2020 at 12:30 PM

Tell Trump not to undermine critical protections for low-income families

Tell Trump: Don't undermine low-income and working families by making wrong-headed changes to the definition of "poverty. Tell the Trump Administration: "Don't undermine millions of low-income families by re-defining people out of ‘poverty’." ADD YOU…

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April 10, 2020 at 8:48 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog examined the issue of worker safety in this era of coronavirus pandemic. And we looked at the myriad challenges people who are…

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April 3, 2020 at 6:36 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog examined the additional steps Congress must take to protect Americans' health and economic well-being. And we detailed the dis…

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April 2, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Webinar: CONGRESS AND COVID-19: What passed and what comes next

NOTE: Important details regarding registration Register here We are experiencing technical issues. If you get an error message when you try to sign up, use this form to get a streaming copy of the webinar the week of the 6th. A full recording and slides will be sent to al…

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April 1, 2020 at 4:15 PM

April 1 is Census Day: Count All Kids tweet storm, radio outreach, and social media push

April 1 materials are here! From Our Friends At The Partnership For America's Children: APRIL 1 COUNT ALL KIDS BLOG & GUIDANCE April 1 is Census Day. Count All Kids is using April 1 to get the word out that families have to count everyone at their address, including all…

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March 31, 2020 at 7:14 PM

How has the pandemic affected you and/or your family?

Take a moment, share your thoughts with us about the COVID-19 pandemic. John, The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the lives of millions of people across the U.S.―low- and middle-income people alike. Whether it’s affecting our health, our jobs and our ability to…

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March 30, 2020 at 9:12 PM

Webinar: CONGRESS AND COVID-19: What passed and what comes next

Webinar: Friday, April 3, 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. ET Register today! A full recording and slides will be sent to all registrants, so register even if you can’t be on during the live presentation. Learn about the historic $2.3 trillion relief and recovery legislation enacte…

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  Deborah Weinstein, Coalition on Human Needs · [email protected]

March 27, 2020 at 11:00 PM

Huge corporations and the rich are making out like bandits in the new COVID-19 response package.

In order to see the American people through a health crisis that could lead to the next economic recession, we must fight to put people over corporate profits. John, Thanks to you, Congress just passed critical protections for those most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic incl…

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March 27, 2020 at 9:00 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog previewed what additional steps will be needed now that both the House and Senate have passed the CARES Act, the third round o…

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March 26, 2020 at 5:25 PM

Add your name: We must demand states allow Vote by Mail

Together, let’s demand states act quickly to pass legislation to allow voting by mail. John, Democracy only works when people participate, when people signal a direction for the country, and when people vote. But with the new and uncertain realities created by the coronavirus…

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March 23, 2020 at 5:24 PM

Tell the Senate: We don’t want a corporate bailout, we want to help the American people

Tell the Senate: Don’t create a slush fund for corporate America. Tell Congress: "We don’t need a corporate bailout. We need to address the needs of families in need, not stockholders and corporate executives. The Senate needs to put the needs of people first!" AD…

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March 20, 2020 at 8:16 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog warned of the potentially dire threat coronavirus poses for the nation's almost 2.3 million people who are incarcerated and di…

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March 20, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Send Congress a letter: Tell them we have much more work to do

Now, Senate Republicans have drafted a plan that helps business without enough protections for workers, and gives little or no aid to people who need help the most. Tell Congress: We need to address the needs of workers who have been sent home and are unable to work, he…

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March 18, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Let’s thank our members of Congress who joined us in supporting the COVID-19 response bill.

Thanks to your hard work, the U.S. Senate has passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. John, During these scary times, I’m pleased to share some good news. Thanks to your hard work, the U.S. Senate passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which will provi…

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March 17, 2020 at 5:28 PM

Tell Congress: We can’t afford any more delays to fight COVID-19!

We need to act immediately. The Senate must pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act! DONATE ABOUT John, In response to this global pandemic, the U.S. House of Representatives is providing leadership and support to millions of working families throu…

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March 16, 2020 at 1:41 PM

Coronavirus Action Alert: Call your senators!

Tell your senators: Vote for the House coronavirus bill! EMERGENCY ACTION: It’s urgent: Please, you have to call your Senators! Tell them: Vote for the House coronavirus bill!   It is urgent that Congress takes at least initial action NOW to protect people as the coronavi…

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March 13, 2020 at 8:21 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog detailed a letter CHN sent to all 100 members of the Senate calling for swift passage of coronavirus legislation, and urged CH…

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March 13, 2020 at 1:55 PM

Coronavirus Emergency: Call Your Senators Now

EMERGENCY ACTION: It’s urgent: Please, you have to call your Senators! It is urgent that Congress takes at least initial action NOW to protect people as the coronavirus pandemic takes hold. Speaker Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin are working on a bill. We don’t yet know…

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March 11, 2020 at 5:42 PM

Organizations: Sign-on to support strong Labor-HHS-Ed Funding

Sign by close of business April 3. Organizations: Please Sign a Letter Supporting Fair Labor-HHS-Education Funding Reminder: Sign by close of business, April 3. Click here to sign. The Coalition on Human Needs, in conjunction with the Coalition for Health Funding, Committee…

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March 6, 2020 at 7:48 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog examined how the coronavirus will disproportionately hurt low-income people. We also looked at the current status of the natio…

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March 5, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Sign-on Letter for Strong Labor-HHS-Ed Funding

Sign by close of business April 3 Organizations: Please Sign a Letter Supporting Fair Labor-HHS-Education Funding The Coalition on Human Needs, in conjunction with the Coalition for Health Funding, Committee for Education Funding, and Campaign to Invest in America’s Workfor…

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February 28, 2020 at 9:14 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog mourned the passing of former CHN Executive Director Susan Rees. And we examined Wall Street's coronavirus panic and dug deepe…

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February 24, 2020 at 5:16 PM

Take action: A budget that's NOT for America's future

Send a letter to your Senators and Representative. Click here to tell your Senators and Representative: Reject the Trump Budget! Dear John: Imagine losing 38% of your income. What kind of hard choices would you have to make? Would you skip paying the rent to put food on…

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February 21, 2020 at 7:30 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog presented a new CHN analysis that found funding for two-thirds of key human needs programs has decreased since 2010, and exami…

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February 19, 2020 at 4:24 PM

Deadlines Soon: Sign-On Letter Opportunities for Organizations

Four sign-on letters for organizations from members of the Coalition on Human Needs Four sign-on letters for organizations from members of the Coalition on Human Needs: Below are four letters that CHN is encouraging all organizations to sign on to: The first is from Fami…

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February 18, 2020 at 6:05 PM

From CHN: The Human Needs Report, Trump's FY21 Budget Special Edition

The Human Needs Report Special Edition: President Trump's FY21 Budget Request View the complete report here (HTML) or here (PDF). Dear John, CHN just released a special edition of the Human Needs Report focusing on President Trump's FY21 budget request. Read on for an over…

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February 18, 2020 at 2:35 PM

Tell Congress: Reject the Trump Budget!

Send a letter to your Senators and Representative. Click here to send a letter to your Senators and Representative. Recently, President Trump asked a crowd of his donors: “Who the hell cares about the budget?” We do, and we think you should too. Why? His budget makes very…

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February 14, 2020 at 7:48 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog reported on the terrible Trump budget proposal for 2021 and examined the growing jail crisis in rural America. In addition, we…

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February 10, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Reminder: The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar

The Trump budget is out today. Find out what you need to know. The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar: Thursday, February 13, 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT) Register here today! Even if you can't attend, register to receive the recording link with captions, …

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February 7, 2020 at 9:01 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog provided a detailed response to President Trump's State of the Union Address. And we reported that 21,000 CHN supporters have …

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February 5, 2020 at 4:46 PM

Reminder: The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar

Thursday, February 13, 2:00 p.m. ET The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar: Thursday, February 13, 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT) Register here today! Even if you can't attend, register to receive the recording link with captions, slides, and follow-up inform…

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January 31, 2020 at 9:09 PM

From CHN: This week on our Voices for Human Needs Blog

In case you missed it... This week on CHN's Voices for Human Needs blog Dear John, In case you missed it... this week the Voices for Human Needs blog examined the Trump Administration's latest attack on Medicaid and updated our readers on the status of the Administration's va…

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January 31, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Last chance to take action: Stop the latest attack on Social Security

Deadline: January 31st 11:59 p.m. EST Click here to submit a comment by 11:59 p.m. EST on January 31st. Click here for further resources for commenting. Between 1981-1984, the Reagan administration implemented a policy resulting in more than 315,000 Americans being den…

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January 29, 2020 at 7:55 PM

Register: The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar

Thursday, February 13, 2:00 p.m. ET The New Trump Budget: Why it Really Matters Webinar: Thursday, February 13, 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT) Register here. Even if you can't attend, register to receive the recording link with captions, slides, and follow-up information.…

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