Carlise P
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Kindness and compassion are what this world needs. The blue crew need each other. A believer in democracy. 💙🧢
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Nurses were heroes in 2020 — now the GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” punishes them for trying to advance their education.
Cutting federal loan access for nurse practitioners while rural hospitals face massive shortages isn’t “fiscal responsibility.” It’s sabotage.
Cutting federal loan access for nurse practitioners while rural hospitals face massive shortages isn’t “fiscal responsibility.” It’s sabotage.
New student loan rule could dissuade people from advanced nursing degrees • Stateline
Zoe Clarke became a hospital registered nurse two and a half years ago, following in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother. Clarke, an ICU nurse in Asheville, North Carolina, wants to get her…
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December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Nurses were heroes in 2020 — now the GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” punishes them for trying to advance their education.
Cutting federal loan access for nurse practitioners while rural hospitals face massive shortages isn’t “fiscal responsibility.” It’s sabotage.
Cutting federal loan access for nurse practitioners while rural hospitals face massive shortages isn’t “fiscal responsibility.” It’s sabotage.
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ACA premiums are about to skyrocket because Republicans in Congress refuse to extend the enhanced tax credits that keep health care affordable.
Families are staring down 100%+ premium hikes, skipped treatments, and impossible choices — all while the GOP plays politics.
Families are staring down 100%+ premium hikes, skipped treatments, and impossible choices — all while the GOP plays politics.
Prospects dim for extension of Obamacare tax credits
Prospects dim for extension of Obamacare tax credits — ‘I just want a fair chance at life.’
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December 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
ACA premiums are about to skyrocket because Republicans in Congress refuse to extend the enhanced tax credits that keep health care affordable.
Families are staring down 100%+ premium hikes, skipped treatments, and impossible choices — all while the GOP plays politics.
Families are staring down 100%+ premium hikes, skipped treatments, and impossible choices — all while the GOP plays politics.
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Pennsylvania’s new move to cut #Medicaid coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could create real barriers for low-income patients. @repvenkat.com warns the policy may increase severe illness, not prevent it.
Pennsylvania restricts Medicaid coverage for GLP‑1 drugs
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Pennsylvania will limit GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs under Medicaid — threatening access for thousands of low‑income patients.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Pennsylvania’s new move to cut #Medicaid coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could create real barriers for low-income patients. @repvenkat.com warns the policy may increase severe illness, not prevent it.
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Any crypto regulatory framework coming out of Congress must have real safeguards to fight crime and protect our national security.
December 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Any crypto regulatory framework coming out of Congress must have real safeguards to fight crime and protect our national security.
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The cost of living in America has skyrocketed.
So what's the Trump Administration doing?
Ending the most affordable repayment plan for student loan borrowers in history.
So what's the Trump Administration doing?
Ending the most affordable repayment plan for student loan borrowers in history.
Education Dept. officially kills Biden-era student loan repayment plan
The Trump administration announced a joint legal settlement that will end Biden's main student debt relief program.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:57 PM
The cost of living in America has skyrocketed.
So what's the Trump Administration doing?
Ending the most affordable repayment plan for student loan borrowers in history.
So what's the Trump Administration doing?
Ending the most affordable repayment plan for student loan borrowers in history.
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NEW: On behalf of SEIU District 1199NE, Rhode Island Alliance for Retired Americans and two voters, my law firm has filed to intervene to fight DOJ’s lawsuit seeking Rhode Island’s complete, unredacted voter registration list. www.democracydocket.com/cases/rhode-...
🚨 United States of America v. Amore
Learn more here.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:48 PM
NEW: On behalf of SEIU District 1199NE, Rhode Island Alliance for Retired Americans and two voters, my law firm has filed to intervene to fight DOJ’s lawsuit seeking Rhode Island’s complete, unredacted voter registration list. www.democracydocket.com/cases/rhode-...
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Clean water is a public health & economic priority. Programs like the Clean Water State Revolving Fund let communities modernize aging infrastructure, protect waterways, and keep rates affordable. Congress must reauthorize it before it expires in 2026. #CleanWater
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Congress must reauthorize the clean water fund that’s saved Harrisburg $136M | Opinion
The Clean Water State Revolving Fund expires in 2026, threatening affordable infrastructure upgrades for aging systems—some dating to before the Civil War.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Clean water is a public health & economic priority. Programs like the Clean Water State Revolving Fund let communities modernize aging infrastructure, protect waterways, and keep rates affordable. Congress must reauthorize it before it expires in 2026. #CleanWater
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Federal rules shouldn’t punish libraries that have served as passport agencies for decades. Closing these locations will limit access, especially for working families, and hurt library budgets. Congress must ensure communities can keep these vital services.
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Central Pa. library system will soon no longer be able to serve as passport agencies | WITF
Lancaster County could lose five passport agencies before the end of the year after federal officials told local libraries they could no longer pr […]
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December 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Federal rules shouldn’t punish libraries that have served as passport agencies for decades. Closing these locations will limit access, especially for working families, and hurt library budgets. Congress must ensure communities can keep these vital services.
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While millions of Americans face rising premiums next month, the Trump White House offers vague guidance and no concrete plan. Democrats are ready to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies to protect families and keep coverage affordable.
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Trump wants a health care deal. He’s leaving the details to Congress.
Several GOP lawmakers have proposals to address the year-end expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
While millions of Americans face rising premiums next month, the Trump White House offers vague guidance and no concrete plan. Democrats are ready to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies to protect families and keep coverage affordable.
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Instead of bringing down sky-high housing costs, Bill Pulte is weaponizing his role to take on Trump’s perceived political enemies.
He must be held accountable for this abuse of power.
He must be held accountable for this abuse of power.
December 4, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Instead of bringing down sky-high housing costs, Bill Pulte is weaponizing his role to take on Trump’s perceived political enemies.
He must be held accountable for this abuse of power.
He must be held accountable for this abuse of power.
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Let me get this straight: Trump has a plan for a new ballroom, but barely has a concept of a plan to lower the cost of health care?
December 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Let me get this straight: Trump has a plan for a new ballroom, but barely has a concept of a plan to lower the cost of health care?
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NEWS: We’ve confirmed reports that there’s been an arrest in connection with the Jan. 6 pipe bombs. The man is expected to appear in court later today. www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
December 4, 2025 at 2:06 PM
NEWS: We’ve confirmed reports that there’s been an arrest in connection with the Jan. 6 pipe bombs. The man is expected to appear in court later today. www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break penncapital-star.com/2025/12/03/r...
More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
As food prices remain high, the Trump administration has made it easier for farmers to hire foreign guest workers and to pay them less. Now, other industries with large immigrant workforces also are a...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:56 PM
More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break penncapital-star.com/2025/12/03/r...
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Congress just slammed the brakes on a $28B hemp industry that’s creating jobs, supporting farmers, and providing safe medicine for chronic pain & seizures. Punishing small businesses & patients to appease bureaucracy isn’t progress—it’s a step backward.
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Lehigh Valley cannabis merchant says impending federal hemp ban could destroy the industry
A Lehigh Valley cannabis store owner fears the impending federal hemp ban could ruin his livelihood, and deprive consumers who rely on cannabis-based products to treat ailments.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Congress just slammed the brakes on a $28B hemp industry that’s creating jobs, supporting farmers, and providing safe medicine for chronic pain & seizures. Punishing small businesses & patients to appease bureaucracy isn’t progress—it’s a step backward.
www.mcall.com/2025/12/03/f...
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Federal court blocks the GOP’s attempt to defund Planned Parenthood—protecting care for thousands of #Medicaid patients in PA. Women’s health isn’t a bargaining chip, and Gov. Shapiro is standing up for it.
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Federal judge orders Medicaid money released to Planned Parenthood in Pa., 21 other states and D.C. | WITF
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Planned Parenthood Keystone are praising a preliminary ruling from a federal court judge in Boston that orders the federal g […]
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December 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Federal court blocks the GOP’s attempt to defund Planned Parenthood—protecting care for thousands of #Medicaid patients in PA. Women’s health isn’t a bargaining chip, and Gov. Shapiro is standing up for it.
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The Trump admin’s reckless bombings in the Caribbean have killed innocent civilians—including fisherman Alejandro Carranza. Accountability isn’t optional. Human rights demand it.
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Pittsburgh lawyer files human-rights complaint over boat strike that killed Colombian
A Pittsburgh lawyer who has spent his career working on international human rights cases now finds himself at the center of a first-of-its-kind challenge to the Trump administration’s continued ...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The Trump admin’s reckless bombings in the Caribbean have killed innocent civilians—including fisherman Alejandro Carranza. Accountability isn’t optional. Human rights demand it.
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And Donald Trump is still calling affordability a “scam.”
December 3, 2025 at 9:09 PM
And Donald Trump is still calling affordability a “scam.”
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I agree with 2016 Pete Hegseth:
“There have to be consequences for abject war crimes.”
“There have to be consequences for abject war crimes.”
I agree with 2016 Pete Hegseth: “There have to be consequences for abject war crimes.”
YouTube video by Senator Elizabeth Warren
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December 4, 2025 at 12:27 AM
I agree with 2016 Pete Hegseth:
“There have to be consequences for abject war crimes.”
“There have to be consequences for abject war crimes.”
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The #PAGOP’s latest subpoena stunt isn’t about transparency — it’s about scoring political points off a family that survived an arson attack. State Police recommended these security upgrades to protect the Governor and his kids. Safety shouldn’t be partisan.
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GOP threatens subpoenas over $1M security upgrades at Shapiro’s private home
Drafts seek documents from the PA State Police describing construction, landscaping, and other security-related work at Shapiro’s family home.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The #PAGOP’s latest subpoena stunt isn’t about transparency — it’s about scoring political points off a family that survived an arson attack. State Police recommended these security upgrades to protect the Governor and his kids. Safety shouldn’t be partisan.
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Taxpayers shouldn’t be footing the bill for Sen. Mastriano’s workplace misconduct.
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Pa. Senate quietly spent at least $133K settling discrimination complaint against Mastriano
The lawsuit was settled out of court this summer in July with a non-disclosure agreement.
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