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  • Lessons at the Intersection of the Climate and Mental Health Movements

    Stanford Social Innovation Review Jun 1, 2023

    The climate movement has lessons for all social impact practitioners working to create a more just and healthy world.

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  • Exploring the Link Between SNAP Benefits and Racial Equity

    Equitable Growth May 31, 2023

    This column explains new research on how food stamps in childhood can disrupt the intergenerational persistence of poverty, particularly for Black children.

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  • The Supreme Court Just Shriveled Federal Protection for Wetlands

    The Conversation May 29, 2023

    In Sackett v. EPA, a suit filed by two homeowners who filled in wetlands on their property, the Supreme Court has drastically narrowed the definition of which wetlands qualify for federal protection.

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  • We Must Fight for Gender Equity to Protect Our Future

    Global Citizen May 29, 2023

    June 24, 2022 is a date that will be remembered by women for decades to come. When the world awoke to the news that Roe v. Wade had been overturned,…

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  • The Inflation Reduction Act Strengthens EPA’s Future Abilities

    The Conversation May 27, 2023

    The new Inflation Reduction Act is being justly celebrated as the most significant piece of federal legislation to address the climate crisis to date. It includes about US$370 billion in…

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  • Tennessee Allows Medicaid Pay for Diapers

    The Rural Blog May 25, 2023

    Volunteers stack hundreds of diapers at the Nashville Diaper Connection. (Photo by Mark Zalesk, The Tennessean) Babies need plenty of naps a…

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  • Is Water Becoming Unaffordable for Families?

    Futurity May 23, 2023

    In 787 communities served by the United States’ largest utilities, 17% of households struggle to afford basic water services, an analysis finds.

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  • Standing Rock Protests Were Quelled by Police with the Help of Energy Giant

    Grist May 23, 2023

    New documents show Energy Transfer spent big on police gear and worked with spin doctors to counter Standing Rock protesters.

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  • How Lack of Childcare Options Impacts Rural Farming Families

    The Rural Blog May 22, 2023

    https://theconversation.com/lack-of-affordable-childcare-is-hurting-young-farm-families-ability-to-grow-their-businesses-the-us-farm-bill-ma…

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  • Insights Shed Light on Abuse by New York Prison Guards

    The Marshall Project May 22, 2023

    The state fails to fire most corrections officers it accuses of violence against prisoners or covering up abuse.

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  • Firings Rare for New York Prison Guards Who Attack Prisoners

    The Marshall Project May 22, 2023

    Records obtained by The Marshall Project reveal a state discipline system that fails to hold many guards accountable.

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    Small Funders Are Perfectly Positioned To Be Advocates

    Exponent Philanthropy May 21, 2023

    Some of the most effective foundations engaged in policy and advocacy in the United States are small, place-based foundations. By focusing deeply, developing insight into their issue, leveraging their reputation…

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