How Activists Are Protecting Reproductive Rights Under Trump Taking a page from the anti-abortion lobby, pro-choice groups are pushing proactive legislation at the state level. The Atlantic, January 25, 2017 In deep-red Kentucky, a...
With a wave of bills sweeping the country, abortion-rights policymakers signal they will not cede any ground to forces trying to restrict abortion [PLI Press Release] WASHINGTON, DC—Jan. 25, 2017—Elected officials from 18 states...
Health Care for All Assessment Act: Because of the right wing’s determination to repeal the Affordable Care Act, 32 million Americans are in danger of losing access to health insurance, with 18 million likely...
Dear lawmakers—We are creating new resources for advocates at the state and local levels. We’d appreciate your suggestions for improving our advice. PLEASE send any edits or additions to leadership@publicleadershipinstitute.org. Thanks! State and local...
Prevent Extortion of Immigrants Act: Because of Trump’s promise to deport millions of immigrants, they will be particularly vulnerable to extortion. You can sponsor or support the Prevent Extortion of Immigrants Act, which specifies that...
Our nation just survived one of the most unusual, divisive presidential campaigns in our history. The election of Donald Trump is, without doubt, one of the most significant political events of our time. Yet,...
Hate Crimes Prevention Act: Since the November election, we have seen a wave of violence and threats against anyone who disagrees with the Radical Right. This will likely get worse. Right now, 45 states...
While the past year turned out to be a political disaster, a great deal of important progressive legislation was enacted in states, cities and counties across the nation. Here are the top ten progressive...
We are counting down the days to some of the most horrific political battles in American history. All of us need to do our part. At the federal level, we will see attacks from...
Ohio’s heartbeat bill is unconscionable and unconstitutional by Gloria Totten, published in The Hill Unfortunately for women, Trump’s vision for America is already alive and well in the Buckeye State. Emboldened by the election,...