Tag: community action
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Three Incredible Women Thwart a Date Rape Attempt: A Powerful Story of Courage
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where standing up can make all the difference, three remarkable women took action to prevent a date rape at a California restaurant, and their story is resonating with many. Imagine being in a situation where you could be the victim of a crime; you’d hope someone would intervene, right?…
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Hold On Tight, Everyone. We Have Work Ahead If We Want to Support American Families
Get Pregnant Fast The lengthy election season has finally come to a close. Whether you’re feeling joy, despair, fear, anger, hope, or simply relief from the incessant political ads, one thing is clear: we have a monumental amount of work ahead of us. Challenges that affect families don’t just vanish; they evolve over time. It’s…
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Outraged by the ‘Muslim Ban’ Executive Order? Here’s How You Can Make a Difference
Get Pregnant Fast When I first heard about this order, I felt overwhelmed and disheartened. This issue is not just political; it affects real families, including my own. For weeks, my family has been gathering supplies and organizing the resettlement for a refugee family that was due to arrive soon. Our basement is stocked with…
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What Parents Can Do to Protect Public Education Following Betsy DeVos’s Confirmation
Get Pregnant Fast The appointment of Betsy DeVos as the U.S. Secretary of Education has sparked unprecedented outrage among parents, educators, and advocates alike. Never before had a nominee faced such a fierce backlash, resulting in a tidal wave of phone calls, letters, and social media posts directed at senators. As a former teacher and,…
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Girl Scouts Voice Their Frustration Over Flint’s Water Crisis—And You Should, Too
Get Pregnant Fast In the ongoing crisis surrounding Flint, Michigan’s water supply, a troop of Girl Scouts has taken a stand, urging Michigan Governor Rick Snyder to take more decisive action. This heartfelt plea from Brownie Troop 71729 reflects the anger and concern many of us feel about the situation. As we all know, Flint’s…