Kids are gross. Inspiring, cuddly, lovable, yes – but also: gross. I had barely heard of things like pink eye, ringworm and foot and mouth disease until I became a mom. My kid even got scarlet fever – Oregon Trail much? All kids get sick sometime, but nothing makes a 2 am vomit session worseContinue reading ““Great” Alternatives to Paid Sick Days”
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21 Years after the FMLA, Cities and States Can Lead the Fight for Family Leave
Today the federal Family and Medical Leave Act turns 21. The law has helped millions of Americans take time off work to nurture their newborn child, care for a critically ill family member, or recover from their own serious health condition. But America’s families will not regain economic security until all workers have access toContinue reading “21 Years after the FMLA, Cities and States Can Lead the Fight for Family Leave”
Nancy Pelosi and Lilly Ledbetter want to talk
In November, we gathered nearly 300 women and families in Seattle to hear from House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, local members of Congress and local advocates on strengthening women’s economic security. On January 29th, the Economic Opportunity Institute, our allies, and champions in Congress invite you to join an unprecedented national conversation with Nancy PelosiContinue reading “Nancy Pelosi and Lilly Ledbetter want to talk”
Washington Work and Family Coalition 