A recent editorial from New Jersey’s Star Ledger challenges the state’s political, business and community leaders to stand in support of workers’ most basic rights and pass paid sick leave for all. Washington’s leaders should do the same. From the folks who brought us voter suppression laws and “stand your ground,” there’s a new movementContinue reading “Require paid sick leave for all of N.J.: Editorial”
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Watch: Businesswoman Makini Howell on strengthening women’s economic security
Makini Howell, a local business owner and supporter of the Washington Work and Family Coalition, joined us for our recent forum on women’s economic security with House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi. Makini, who is on the board of the Main Street Alliance, shared how strong working family policies – like paid sick days and familyContinue reading “Watch: Businesswoman Makini Howell on strengthening women’s economic security”
U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi Rallies Local Support for Women’s Economic Agenda
U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene and Adam Smith joined hundreds of workers and parents for a forum on Pelosi’s economic plan: When Women Succeed, America Succeeds. “For too long, women in Seattle and across the country have been waiting to receive the equal treatment and opportunities they deserve,” saidContinue reading “U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi Rallies Local Support for Women’s Economic Agenda”
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