Tag: political engagement
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Little Girl’s Heartfelt Reaction to Obama’s Presidency Ending
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching video that encapsulates the sentiments of many Americans, a young girl reacts with tears upon discovering that Barack Obama cannot serve as president indefinitely. The video, shared by her grandmother, captures the emotional moment when little Mia Johnson from Montgomery, Alabama, learns about the two-term limit for U.S. presidents.…
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Scientists Are Organizing Their Own March in Washington
Get Pregnant Fast Get your sneakers and signs ready because a new march is on the horizon. This time, it’s scientists and anyone passionate about our planet who will be gathering to peacefully protest against the current administration’s disregard for science and facts. “A group of us independently came up with the idea for a…
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Mom Finds a Creative Way to Convey Her Concerns About Betsy DeVos to Her Senator
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move, a mother of three took to an unconventional method to express her dissatisfaction regarding Betsy DeVos, Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Education. After repeatedly trying to reach her senator, David Reynolds (R-Utah), to voice her concerns, 38-year-old Lisa Thompson decided to think outside the box. For weeks,…
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Overcoming Introversion to Make Your Voice Heard: How ‘5 Calls’ Can Empower You
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s politically charged atmosphere, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially if you lean towards introversion. The recent events surrounding various government policies and appointments can be frustrating. From questionable cabinet picks to controversial executive orders, many of us have felt the urge to take action. But for those of us who…
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Tales from the Empowerment Nation: It’s Never Too Late
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a 57-year-old woman who grew up believing I was born a decade too late. I graduated high school in 1977, missing out on iconic events like Woodstock and never experiencing the chaos of being hosed off the White House lawn. However, during President Obama’s second campaign, I realized that it was…
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Keeping the Spirit Alive After the Women’s March: 10 Ways to Sustain the Momentum
Get Pregnant Fast Even though I spent the day of the Women’s March enjoying the slopes in the breathtaking mountains of Northern Idaho, my heart was with those who gathered to advocate for crucial causes. I followed the events through social media, feeling the vibrant energy radiating from the millions who marched in solidarity. The…
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Understanding the Meaning of “Voting With Your Vagina”
Get Pregnant Fast As we approach the pivotal date of November 8, it’s crucial to recognize that the choices we make as a nation will have lasting impacts on our lives and those of our children. Yet, time and again, I encounter comments like, “Stick to parenting topics,” or “Politics and kids don’t mix.” Some…
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Hillary Clinton Tops Nickelodeon’s ‘Kids Pick The President’ Poll
Get Pregnant Fast The verdict is in, and children across the nation have made their preference clear—Hillary Clinton is their choice for president. In Nickelodeon’s 2016 Kids Pick The President initiative, the Democratic candidate garnered 53% of the kids’ votes, triumphing over Donald Trump, who received 36%, while Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson managed to secure…