Peggy O'Mara
@PeggyOM
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Independent Journalist at https://t.co/scEJsVsXvs. Editor of Mothering Magazine (1980 to 2011). Inspired by parenting, social justice, and healthy living.
Fort Collins, Colorado
Joined September 2008
Hear what the Guaranteed Care Income San Francisco meant to participants. This historic pilot gave $2000 a month for one year to low-income single mothers at risk of criminalization or losing their children to child welfare. Event starts at 8:45.
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If the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits are allowed to expire at the end of this year, currently subsidized enrollees will see their monthly premium payments more than double, increasing by about 114%, on average. https://t.co/nNrvqvxfEu
kff.org
The amount health insurers charge for coverage on the ACA Marketplaces is rising 26%, on average, in 2026.... Most enrollees would face even sharper increases in what they pay if they ACA’s enhanced...
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In 2021, 91 scientists, clinicians and public health professionals from all around the world wrote a Consensus Statement recommending that pregnant women should forego acetaminophen, unless medically indicated. https://t.co/DeBumur9TB
peggyomara.medium.com
What the evidence shows and what you can do
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On April 8, the Trump administration updated its Travel Advisory for El Salvador from Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) to Level 1, safer than France, Sweden, UK, Italy, Germany, & Spain. Is this what El Salvador got for refusing to return the wrongfully deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia?
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I know it’s a radical idea but the American people are quite clear: NO cuts to Medicare. NO cuts to Medicaid. NO cuts to Social Security. Maybe Congress should listen to them rather than billionaire campaign contributors.
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What’s the real motivation behind Trump’s tariffs? He believes they’ll bring so much money to the treasury that the U.S. will be able to afford another giant tax cut that will mostly benefit the rich. Who will pay for it? The working class. Here's what you should know.
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On April 5th, we're coming together nationwide to send Donald Trump and Elon Musk a message: Hands Off. Join us at an event near you. #HandsOff #April5 Find an event
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Find events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with Hands Off.
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Our Right to Care FREE conference will bring together academics, researchers, advocates, community organizers, unpaid and paid caregivers and those who depend on care nationally and internationally. April 10 and 11 in Philadelphia. My panel is listed below https://t.co/APOmjtpW0i
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Here are just a few ways that DEI policies have made lives better for all families— Providing family restrooms in airports and other public places Allowing workplace accommodations for breastfeeding and pumping Providing accessible playgrounds for all kids https://t.co/gYGnPfH6g4
parents-together.org
Here's how to look past the myths and misconceptions of DEI initiatives and better understand how these policies help all families.
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Global Economic Blackout Thursday February 27th from Midnight till Friday The 28th Midnight (A full 24 hours of the 28th) 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM Do not use Credit or Debit Cards for non essential spending Only buy essentials if absolutely necessary https://t.co/rFrMMSCg4l
thepeoplesunionusa.com
Stand against political corruption with our upcoming economic resistance actions. Join The Peoples Union USA and make your voice heard!
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UNRWA delivers 2/3 or all aid to Gaza. On February 4, 2025 President Trump announced an Executive Order to end US involvement with the United Nations Council on Human Rights and to halt UNRWA funding, aligning with Israel’s stance. You can help! https://t.co/VBQp9xEkbz
peggyomara.medium.com
Irreplaceable humanitarian aid under attack. You can help.
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Upside-down U.S flag is hung at Yosemite National Park to protest employee cuts. The flag — traditionally a symbol of distress when upside down — was hung on El Capitan summit at Yosemite Saturday night by frustrated park workers.
nbcnews.com
The flag — traditionally a symbol of distress when upside down — was hung on El Capitan summit at Yosemite Saturday night by frustrated park workers.
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Groundbreaking, free conference. I am honored to be among a stellar group of international speakers. For more information and to register, go to https://t.co/anEhiPqR86
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We are not just consumers. Three essential actions for citizens and residents: Not My President’s Day https://t.co/pngI7WTBtE 24 Hour Economic Blackout: February 28 https://t.co/VrQryQfqXq General Strike https://t.co/hXhj366E6p
generalstrikeus.com
The General strike -the people united shall never be stopped. If we strike together we can make true real change. Sign the strike card today.
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This Presidents’ Day, we fight back. Resisting Trump isn’t just for the courts or activists. You are part of the resistance. Every action you take big or small adds up. Let’s build the world our communities deserve. #BuildTheResistance
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Sign the petition to help Denmark buy California. Why not? They promise the "Rule of law, universal health care and fact based politics." So good to laugh! https://t.co/OhQv4LeVCa
denmarkification.com
Buy it from Trump, the bigliest crowdfunding ever
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"If you are not inciting yourself or others to act, your political rhetoric will not eclipse Trump’s chaos." https://t.co/y9UZBp9Exf
nytimes.com
Everything is content.
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Convincing international research supports a mother’s instinct to sleep with her baby. In fact, cosleeping has a regulating effect on the infant’s respiration: the baby breathes more regularly when in skin contact with the mother. https://t.co/GyN1PEZ8D5
peggyomara.medium.com
Cosleeping with baby can help
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