Nebraska Appleseed
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We fight for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans. Doesn't support or oppose political candidates. RT ≠ endorsements. c4: @neaplsdaction
Lincoln, NE
Joined February 2009
👋 Our work includes #economicjustice, #healthcare, #immigration, and #childwelfare. We believe in building a stronger community as a community. Here are some ways to get connected with Nebraska Appleseed 🧵
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Call NOW and tell Congress:.⛔ NO cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.⛔ NO cuts to SNAP food assistance.⛔NO funding for separating families.⛔NO to prioritizing the rich getting richer.→ 🔗
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What now? The House will be back and work to quickly vote again on the most extensive cuts Congress has ever considered. We urge you to call your Representative and tell them to STOP this bill from final passage. You can call or email here:
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This could be your last chance to call Senators Pete Ricketts and Deb Fischer and tell them to vote NO. Tell them we want healthy and supported communities - NOT helping the rich get richer!
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‼️LAST CHANCE ‼️.The Senate continues to debate the budget reconciliation bill that will devastate Nebraska communities by taking away SNAP and Medicaid from tens of thousands - all while funding sweeping deportations of longtime community members.
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The Senate could vote any day now - call and email your senators again and tell them to vote NO. 🔗
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The Senate has been moving quickly, with policy proposals shifting daily - but their goal remains clear - to take away healthcare, food access, and other basic-needs programs in order to fund tax breaks for billionaires and sweeping deportations of longtime community members.
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The Senate just released their budget reconciliation bill text and will start debate soon on the most extensive cuts that Congress has ever considered.
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RT @asanderford: OUTSIDE COMMENTARY: A senior programming director for Nebraska Appleseed says the budget bill the House has passed would h….
nebraskaexaminer.com
The House-passed budget reconciliation package strips basic health care and food assistance from Nebraskans and their families.
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Call Senator Ricketts & Senator Fischer TODAY and tell them to vote NO on spending toward separating Nebraska families, and NO to devastating cuts to health care & food assistance, and NO to tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires. →
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Join your community to share your concerns about the massive health care cuts being considered by Congress. Members of the public, press, and elected officials are welcome. Register today:
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Juntos, somos más fuertes. Podemos mantenernos informados conociendo nuestros derechos y apoyándonos mutuamente ante los desafíos de nuestras comunidades. Recuerde su derecho a guardar silencio, no abra la puerta sin ver una orden judicial firmada por un juez y busque ayuda legal.
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¡Todas las personas, independientemente de su estatus migratorio, tienen derechos! Si un agente de inmigración se acerca o le interroga, es importante saber qué puede hacer para protegerse y proteger a sus seres queridos.
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Together, we are stronger. We can stay informed by knowing our rights and supporting each other as we face challenges in our communities. Remember to use your right to remain silent, don’t open the door without seeing a judicial warrant signed by a judge, and seek legal advice.
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Everyone, regardless of immigration status, has rights! If approached or questioned by an immigration agent, it is important to know what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Si usted o alguien que conoce está afectado por los eventos de hoy, puede encontrar más recursos aquí:
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Hoy, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) realizó redadas generalizadas en varios negocios del área de Omaha, deteniendo a miembros de la comunidad de Nebraska: mamás, papás, vecinos y amigos. Lea más:
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If you or someone you know has been affected by today's events find more resources here:
ciraconnect.org
Resources for community safety planning.
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Today, Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted harmful, sweeping raids on several Omaha-area businesses, detaining everyday Nebraskans who are moms, dads, neighbors, and friends. Read our full statement:
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🚨Now is the time to call & tell Senator Fischer & Senator Ricketts to protect SNAP →
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We are grateful to Senator Megan Hunt for introducing and prioritizing this bill, all the senators that voted to see it become law, and for advocates who shared their stories and support. These are children’s benefits - NOT the government’s.
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