The federal government works for us. Lately, though, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke hasn’t been acting like it. He’s trying to jack up fees for national parks and give sweetheart deals to companies that can’t do the work, all while spending our money on private planes. It’s time to let our Congressional representatives know that Zinke’s hijinks won’t fly.
Home Is Where The Heart Is
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Is your rent too damn high? If so, you’re not alone—there is no state in the U.S. where a full-time minimum-wage worker can afford a two-bedroom apartment, and even if you earn more than that, many housing markets look downright hostile. All too often, we treat this problem as personal rather than systemic, leading us to de-prioritize affordable housing in our politics. However, affordability is a key issue that affects all our communities. Today, we’ll take a closer look at what affordable housing means and how you can speak up for change.
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.