Harris’ Medicare proposal could transform long-term care for the middle class
In announcing her plan for long-term care on the popular morning show “The View,” the vice president spoke directly to caregivers and older adults, most of whom are women.
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Caregivers and single moms are the non-voters politicians have ignored. Will 2024 change that?
Care has entered the 2024 discourse — and organizations are working to lower barriers for these voters in a political system that has sidelined them.
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They’re part of a community ‘who have the most to lose.’ So they’re showing up for Harris.
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Republicans in House races are moderating their words on abortion — but not always their policies
Some candidates’ policy statements in ads and on the trail are undercut by their records and past stances.
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Catholic hospital offered a bucket and towels to woman it denied abortion, California AG says
In California, where abortion rights are guaranteed, there’s a loophole. The growth of Catholic hospital systems, which restrict reproductive health care, has left patients with no other option for care.
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‘A moral failure’: Pregnant people face health risks and inconsistent care in prisons
Lawmakers are calling attention to a new federal report’s gaps in data needed to understand and confront the maternal health crisis for incarcerated people.
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Gender parity in Congress is a two-party game, and Republicans are lagging
Women aren’t expected to make huge gains in Congress this year, largely driven by a drop in women Republican nominees for the House.
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School cell phone bans have hit most states. Not everyone is on board.
Supporters emphasize the toll of smartphones on young people, while others worry bans won’t make a difference or may cause more headaches for teachers.
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Liz Cheney campaigns with Harris in a historic display of political unity
“Harris is standing in the breach at a critical moment,” the former GOP congresswoman told the crowd.
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The Amendment: Vance vs. Walz with Sarah Longwell
Did Vance’s smooth debate performance win folks over? What did Walz leave on the table? Will this move the needle with undecided voters? Errin’s joined by Sarah Longwell, Republican strategist and master of the focus group, to break down the Vice Presidential debate between Governor Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance. Civility and decorum took center stage – but as Sarah explains, that might be a disservice to the American people.
The 19th is committed to covering the unfinished business of voting rights
Here are our plans in this pivotal election as part of our participation in the Advancing Democracy Fellowship.
Abortion will be on the ballot in 10 states this year
Voters in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New York and South Dakota will weigh in on abortion in November.
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