Comprehensive Sex-Ed For All! 👫 👭 👬

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If you spent any time on social media on Monday, you probably saw—and perhaps participated in—the #metoo campaign, featuring posts about sexual harassment and assault. One way to tackle a culture that normalizes these things is through comprehensive sex and sexuality education, including education on consent. Fewer teenagers have been receiving sex ed in school in recent years, even though study after study has shown that comprehensive sex ed reduces risky behaviors and outcomes for students. In today’s MCW, we’re going to show you how to be the change you wish to see in the culture.

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Relief for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

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Weeks after multiple hurricanes devastated parts of the Caribbean and the North American mainland, both Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands remain in desperate need of aid. 84% of Puerto Ricans still lack electricity and around 37% do not have access to potable water. All this occurs amid fears that the death toll may be rising beyond what is currently known to authorities. We’re entering a critical period for post-disaster relief, and when it comes to our government’s priorities, our voices matter. Let’s speak out again, and do what we can to help.

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Local Politics

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Sometimes here at MCW, we get caught up in national politics, but much of the work that goes into creating a functional social safety net happens closer to home. Education, housing, park space, and even environmental compliance are all handled at the town, city, and state levels. Today we’re talking about upcoming local and state elections and how to get involved.

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