We still have a long ways to go toward a just economy—but Congress could make the problems worse. Congressional leaders want to change programs and policies that ensure basic living standards for tens of millions of people, keeping them from falling into, or deeper into, poverty and economic turmoil each year.
The Affordable Care Act has a huge impact on people’s lives. For some, it is literally life-saving. Here are some of your stories about what quality, affordable health care means that our lobbyists are sharing with congressional offices.
Dozens of Republican members of Congress are speaking out against President Trumps executive order on refugees. These members need encouragement to call on the president to rescind the executive order entirely.
This document highlights the benefits of the ACA that should included in any replacement. It also explains why certain proposals that have been put forth to replace the ACA are detrimental.
Tribal members rely on a broad network of health care services and financing mechanisms, not just the Indian Health Service or tribal programs. How will this complex network be affected by proposals to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act?
J Street is cataloging the statements of Members of Congress who have expressed concerns about Friedman. A number of Representatives have spoken out against Friedman, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has also raised concerns.
Americans for Peace Now compiled quotes from his articles and speeches so that advocates and lawmakers can understand Friedman’s views.
No one under consideration for a cabinet position or presidential appointment should get a free pass. FCNL has concerns about many of the nominees put forward. We encourage senators to ask hard questions that highlight nominees’ positions on critical issues.
These congressional committees gain the most expertise and pay the most consistent attention to issues relating to Indian Country, including the federal government’s relationship to Indian nations and the federal government’s trust responsibilities under treaties and other exchanges.
A report of an American Friends Service Committee Delegation to Standing Rock
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