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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017)

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We are a 7,000 member healthcare union representing workers in Oregon and Southwest, Washington. This includes RN and healthcare professionals at Kaiser Permanente, PeaceHealth, Labcorp, St. Charles, Adventist, and Legacy. #onevoiceonefuture

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 21/09/2026
Vote like your health care depends on it. Vote like your job depends on it. Vote like your Social Security depends on it. Vote like your savings depends on it. Because they do. Make a plan to vote: betterinaunion.org/vote
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AFT @aft.org · 16/09/2026
In the absence of federal or state guidance, AFT reached a first-of-its-kind agreement with Microsoft on safety and privacy standards for AI in classrooms—which could become an industry standard. “We want educators to have control of kids’ education, not ed tech. And that’s what this agreement is.”
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Microsoft commits to sweeping AI privacy rules for students. Will other tech giants follow?
As the new school year kicks in, the debate around student AI use is raging
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A 'tidal wave' of forever chemicals are being pumped out to satisfy the AI industry, according to The Guardian. Nearly all of the 10 biggest manufacturers of Pfas are planning to increase production for use in semi-conductors and data center cooling systems.
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‘Tidal wave’ of Pfas being launched to satisfy AI industry, campaigners warn
Big manufacturers planning to produce more of the forever chemicals to meet demand from datacentres
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 13/09/2026
Just get back from the grocery store, the gas pump, or pay any bills recently? Yeah. We’re angry too. It takes a minute to make sure your voice can be heard this Fall. Register to vote and let’s elect candidates who will make this economy work for us!
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Vancouver stands with OFNHP members at PeaceHealth! ✊ Thank you to Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle for supporting PeaceHealth Southwest Professionals as they bargain their first union contract. These healthcare workers serve Vancouver every day. They deserve a fair contract!
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
When you’re celebrating today remember who gave you weekends, the eight hour workday, living wages and a voice: unions! #unionstrong
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
“Respect is not a slogan. It’s a contract.” Legacy Meridian Park Techs rallied with healthcare workers and allies as they fight for fair raises, differentials, union security, and a strong 2nd contract. They’re ready to keep fighting—and they’re not fighting alone. ofnhp.aft.org/news/legacy-...
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Legacy Meridian Park Techs Rally for a Fair Contract
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Working people are never powerless when we can unite to solve a problem we can’t alone. #unionstrong
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Portland Mercury @portlandmercury.com · 30/08/2026
A new coalition, Go Portland Go, which filed as a political action committee (PAC) with the state in April, says it is pooling resources behind “leaders who can actually run a progressive city.”
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Grassroots or Astroturf? “Go Portland Go” Campaign Backed By Conservative Donors - Portland Mercury
“Portland doesn’t have a money problem. It has a leadership problem. The next election is our chance to change that.” That’s a statement on the homepage of a new coalition, Go Portland Go, which filed...
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Portland Jobs with Justice @jwjpdx.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
ICYMI, we're rolling out a new series on AI + labor! 🤖🖥️🧑‍🔧 ✔️RSVP below!
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Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO @oregonaflcio.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
IBEW Local 125 members at OTEC, serving residents in Baker, Grant, Harney, and Union counties, are on strike to secure a fair labor contract. Send a letter to OTEC to demand a fair contract! actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-otec…
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Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO @oregonaflcio.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Solidarity with IBEW 125 members on strike at Oregon Trail Electric Co-op! Send a letter to demand a fair contract now: actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-otec…
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Truthout @truthout.org · 30/08/2026
The industry poured over $17 million into fighting climate and worker-safety legislation in the first half of 2026. buff.ly/WIBjipc
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Big Oil Is Spending Record Amounts to Stop California From Regulating It
The industry poured over $17 million into fighting climate and worker-safety legislation in the first half of 2026.
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Maximillian Alvarez @maximillianalvarez.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Unlike the @wbaltv11.bsky.social folks who walked out midway after they got everything they needed, I was there for @therealnews.com filming the entire Baltimore City Planning Commision hearing on Bill 26-0174 about data centers until we got everything the people needed. It is now available to all 👇🏽
TRNN YouTube thumbail showing images of Baltimoreans speaking and Baltimore officials listening. Text on screen reads: BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC HEARING ON DATA CENTERS: UNEDITED
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
“When healthcare workers bargain together, we absolutely win together.” OFNHP President Sarina Roher joined union leaders at the AFT convention to share what 40,000 healthcare workers standing together at Kaiser were able to win. Solidarity works. www.aft.org/news/wins-de...
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Wins demonstrate the power of collective bargaining and solidarity
Leaders from across the country celebrated historic victories during today’s general session at the AFT’s national convention. The wins ranged from reforms to New York state’s long-criticized Tier 6 p...
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Literacy is a healthcare issue. AFT's new story features OFNHP's free book giveaway at Portland's Juneteenth celebration and how the literacy and attention crises show up in healthcare every day. Devices down. Eyes up. Books open. www.aft.org/news/devices...
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Devices down, eyes up: Why the AFT is fighting screens with books
Under the Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals’ signature red tent at a Juneteenth celebration in Portland, children sifted through stacks of free books while nurses offered blood pres...
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
We are excited to endorse Governor @tinakotek.bsky.social to help lead our state in the fight for healthcare equity!
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
“Respect is not a slogan. It’s a contract.” Legacy Meridian Park Techs rallied with healthcare workers and allies as they fight for fair raises, differentials, union security, and a strong 2nd contract. They’re ready to keep fighting—and they’re not fighting alone. ofnhp.aft.org/news/legacy-...
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Legacy Meridian Park Techs Rally for a Fair Contract
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
OFNHP has endorsed @tinakotek.bsky.social for Governor! Tina has shown that she is going to put healthcare workers and our patients first!
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The NLRB has ruled PeaceHealth Southwest's change to the healthcare of our Professionals, who are currently bargaining their first contract, as illegal. Now they are going to need to make these almost 250 workers whole for the outsized costs they had to incur. www.columbian.com/news/2026/au...
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Agency: PeaceHealth changed workers’ coverage without bargaining
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center may have to reimburse workers for increased healthcare premiums and out-of-pocket medical expenses after the National Labor Relations Board found the health system
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The NLRB has ruled PeaceHealth Southwest's change to the healthcare of our Professionals, who are currently bargaining their first contract, as illegal. Now they are going to need to make these almost 250 workers whole for the outsized costs they had to incur. www.columbian.com/news/2026/au...
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Agency: PeaceHealth changed workers’ coverage without bargaining
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center may have to reimburse workers for increased healthcare premiums and out-of-pocket medical expenses after the National Labor Relations Board found the health system
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Tomorrow!
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Luca Migo @victinibcn.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Healthcare workers belong in hospitals, not detention centers. Over 100 nurses rallied outside Maine Medical Center in Portland on Aug 5, forcing ICE to release Debora Kapisha on Aug 6. Organize, speak out, and demand permanent protection for essential workers. 🎥NowThisImpact
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Join us on August 12th at 5:30pm as we rally for justice for the Techs at Legacy Meridian Park! After months of negotiations, Legacy executives refuse to agree to common sense proposals around labor rights and living wages. They need to hear from us! RSVP: actionnetwork.org/forms/rally-...
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
In a huge victory for the Professionals at PeaceHealth Southwest, the NLRB ruled PeaceHealth's unilateral healthcare change illegal. They will now receive a settlement to address the harms they faced. ofnhp.aft.org/news/peacehe...
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PeaceHealth Healthcare Changes for Professionals Ruled Illegal
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Join us on August 12th at 5:30pm as we rally for justice for the Techs at Legacy Meridian Park! After months of negotiations, Legacy executives refuse to agree to common sense proposals around labor rights and living wages. They need to hear from us! RSVP: actionnetwork.org/forms/rally-...
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AFT @aft.org · 17/07/2026
"You simply cannot ignore the racial disparities in healthcare unless you are ignorant, greedy, or just interested in political convenience." Thank you Sarina Roher for sharing how @ofnhp.bsky.social stood up for patients & took on Kaiser Permanente to win better hospitals for all.
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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Solidarity with the immigrant workers at Delaney Hall ICE detention center refusing to let GEO Group profit off their labor, their hunger, and their suffering. No one should be forced to work for $1 a day. No one should be punished for demanding dignity.
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Delaney Hall ICE Detainees Take Aim at GEO Group’s Bottom Line - The American Prospect
Immigrants held at GEO Group’s Delaney Hall in Newark are on a labor strike and a hunger strike, refusing to perform the jobs that keep the place running.
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The American Postal Workers Union @apwu.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
APWU's June Livestream has been announced! Learn more and RSVP: apwu.org/news/dont-le...
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Don’t Let Them Close Our Post Offices – Join APWU Livestream on June 9 to Fight Back Against Local Post Office Closures | American Postal Workers Union
The post office is more than a building — it’s a lifeline. It’s where small businesses send their shipments, where rural communities receive their medicine, and where every American, regardless of…
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Dr. Jennifer Krauel @freetailed.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Excited for today’s Toxic Roots of the Silicon Forest @ PSU, thanks to @jwjpdx.bsky.social
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The American Postal Workers Union @apwu.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Find out how you can take action to protect Vote-by-Mail here: usmailnotforsale.org/support
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Join the fight! Defend our public postal services.
Join the fight! Defend our public postal services.
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Portland Jobs with Justice @jwjpdx.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Journalists at five Northwest newspapers owned by McClatchy Media Company went on a one-day strike May 26, pushing back against their hedge-fund owned employer.
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Northwest journalists strike McClatchy papers over use of AI
At The Olympian and other papers, AI repackages reporters’ work.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 04/06/2026
This policy known as Schedule F is a bureaucratic name for changing the rules to let President Trump fire the federal workers who make our essential services run and replace them with political loyalists — a move ripped from the pages of Project 2025.
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Trump Order Removes Job Protections From Federal Workers
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Oregon Office of Rural Health @oregonorh.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Introducing: Exploring the Power of Collaboration: Pathways to Transformative Rural Health Partnerships, presented by NACHC June 22 | 5 p.m. PT | Free to attend A moderated panel discussion and interview exclusively for rural hospital and healthcare leaders. Learn more & register:zurl.co/XbSGW
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AFT @aft.org · 02/06/2026
Stop the national school voucher scheme. Public dollars belong in public schools. Take action now ⤵️
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Take Action: Keep public funds in public schools
Stop the national school voucher scheme. Public dollars belong in public schools. Write to your members of Congress now.
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
A majority of Legacy Meridian Park Techs have already signed the Vote YES petition. They're standing up for Just Cause protections, seniority rights, layoff protections, and a voice on the job. Add your name and commit to voting YES tomorrow, June 2. Sign here: forms.gle/FsYVK8dz9KAm...
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I'm Voting Yes on June 2!
We, the undersigned Techs at Legacy Meridian Park, are committed to protecting our union and voting YES in the upcoming union election. Our union was built by workers in this hospital standing togethe...
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AFT @aft.org · 16/05/2026
AFT leaders and members are in Montgomery, AL for the #AllRoadsSouth day of action. @utlanow.bsky.social @psc-cuny.org @iftaft.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social @aftmass.bsky.social @ofnhp.bsky.social
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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Today was a reminder of the beloved community Dr. King spoke of & proof that our movements are coming together just like we have before to protect democracy + win a better future for all. #AllRoadsSouth @cftunion.bsky.social @iftaft.bsky.social @aftmass.bsky.social @psc-cuny.org @ofnhp.bsky.social
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Have you RSVP’d for our Solidarity Social yet! Join us tomorrow for an evening of drinks and karaoke with our union siblings: actionnetwork.org/events/ofnhp...
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OFNHP Karaoke and Member Social Event
Join us for an OFNHP-sponsored Social Committee event. This is a chance to get together with other OFNHP members, socialize, and get to know each other. RSVP if you can, bring a family member or a fri...
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Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals (AFT 5017) @ofnhp.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Have you RSVP’d for our Solidarity Social yet! Join us tomorrow for an evening of drinks and karaoke with our union siblings: actionnetwork.org/events/ofnhp...
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OFNHP Karaoke and Member Social Event
Join us for an OFNHP-sponsored Social Committee event. This is a chance to get together with other OFNHP members, socialize, and get to know each other. RSVP if you can, bring a family member or a fri...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 12/05/2026
Prices are up on gas, groceries, rent, utilities, health care, and just about everything else. Shit’s too expensive and workers’ wages aren’t keeping up. America’s unions worry about this 24/7. Our President of the United States should, too.
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
United Airlines flight attendants approved a new five-year union contract with average raises of 31%. About 30,000 flight attendants with @afacwa.org will now get their first raise in nearly six years. The contract also means attendants will finally get paid during boarding.
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Portland Jobs with Justice @jwjpdx.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Come out next week in solidarity with disability support workers at Albertina Kerr who need your support to win their first contract! 🪧INFO PICKET! 🪧 May 14th from 1:30 - 2:30 at 424 NE 22nd Ave
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Stand with workers at Albertina Kerr

Informational Picket
May 14, 2026
1:30 - 2:30pm
424 NE 22nd Ave, Portland OR 97232

Why we're picketing: Workers at Albertina Kerr have been in contract negotiations for over a year - with no agreement reached.

High staff turnover is disrupting care for young people in mental health crisis and with developmental disabilities who depend on consistent caregivers.
Workplace injuries are happening nearly every week, and short staffing delays critical care.
Workers are underpaid for the demanding and high-risk work they do.

We need your support
Join us in calling on Albertina Kerr leadership to-
Settle a fair contract NOW
Improve safety and staffing levels
Respect and retain workers

Take Action-
Attend the picket
Bring a friend or coworker
Share with your network
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Sarah Lazare @sarahlazare.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
On May Day, the Twin Cities marched, blockaded, and struck! Read Isabela Escalona's report here.
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"Bigger Than a Contract": In the Twin Cities, Marches, Strikes, and Blockades for May Day - Workday Magazine
Workers across the Twin Cities rallied and marched on International Worker’s Day, or May Day, in solidarity with contract fights, to stand with immigrant workers, and to oppose the threats against wor...
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Workday Magazine @workdaymagazine.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
“Bigger Than a Contract”: In the Twin Cities, Marches, Strikes, and Blockades for May Day
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"Bigger Than a Contract": In the Twin Cities, Marches, Strikes, and Blockades for May Day - Workday Magazine
Workers across the Twin Cities rallied and marched on International Worker’s Day, or May Day, in solidarity with contract fights, to stand with immigrant workers, and to oppose the threats against wor...
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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 12/05/2026
Billionaire wealth doesn’t move through the tax code the way ordinary income does. Two proposals—one in California and one in Congress—are designed to change that.
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To Tax the Ultra-Rich, We Need to Go After Their Wealth—Not Just Income
Two proposals—one in California, one in Congress—could finally do it. The alternative is an ever-more-powerful billionaire class that threatens democracy itself.
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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Once again, the Republican-led Congress’s making it harder for Americans to afford what they need to thrive. Because of Trump & the GOP's failure to renew the ACA subsidies. Are you one of the millions of working Americans who can no longer afford healthcare coverage? www.notus.org/healthcare/a...
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One in Five HealthCare.gov Enrollees Dropped Insurance Coverage This Year
More Americans are dropping out of health care marketplaces than usual, after Congress let pandemic-era Affordable Care Act subsidies lapse.
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The Oregonian @oregonian.com · 13/05/2026
“I have asked staff to explore all of our options, including outright refusal of approval of applications.”
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Oregon mayor moves to cut off controversial tax breaks for data centers
“I have asked staff to explore all of our options, including outright refusal of approval of applications.”
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 13/05/2026
A hormonal condition affecting 1 in 8 women around the world just got a new name in hopes of improving care. It Is now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome instead of polycystic ovary syndrome.
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The condition PCOS is now called PMOS. What to know about the name change and what it means for care
A hormonal condition affecting 1 in 8 women around the world just got a new name in hopes of improving care.
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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 12/05/2026
Parents challenging anti-LGBTQ school policies in Pennsylvania face a strategic dilemma: fight local secrecy and discrimination without helping create a test case that could reach the conservative Supreme Court. @kathrynajoyce.bsky.social reports.
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“Clever as Serpents”: How a Legal Group’s Anti-LGBTQ Policies Took Root in School Districts Across a State
In Pennsylvania, parents are challenging Independence Law Center policies while trying to avoid a legal case that could go to the conservative Supreme Court.
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