In the House this morning for interims. Hearing from Rodney Miller about sheriff department involvement in mental hygiene commitments in the state. Sheriff departments must carry out mental hygiene orders, sitting with patients while they are medically cleared to go to psych.
I don’t give a fu*k when the parties flipped or which party was which 100 years ago, all that matters is that Nazis, KKK, white supremacists, racists, domestic terrorists, talibangelicals, extremists, science deniers, money hoarders, fascists, & traitors vote Republican NOW.
The American Families Plan addresses four of the biggest challenges facing American families:
✅Access to a good education, including universal Pre-K
✅Quality, affordable child care
✅Up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave
✅Money directly into the pockets of families
I am Proud to announce that my book "Find The Helpers, What 9/11 and Parkland Taught Me About Recovery, Purpose, and Hope" is a Nautilus Book Awards Silver winner in the Heroic Journeys category.
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When we were making the documentary Mud Creek Clinic, Eula questioned what it was going to be like for Reagan when he met his maker after turning his back on all those poor and hungry children. I think Eula goes into her meeting on better terms. https://t.co/sa2p4muFrg
I love that Mother’s Day in this country was founded in West Virginia. Anna Jarvis knew what we all do - that moms are superheroes. Thank you to all the moms that have done so well to keep things going in these challenging times.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month. @sharemylesson has resources to help you plan and teach about Jewish culture and history. https://t.co/yZ2p6vRabo
The potential Parkersburg bridge project will be GREAT for local workers. Tell Parkersburg City Council to approve this proposal! https://t.co/ocAUMsxaKp
🍎 👩🏫 Teacher Appreciation Week continues with National Teacher Appreciation Day! 👨🏫 🏫
Everyone has a favorite teacher. Who's yours? Comment below and let us know how much you appreciate their impact on your life! #ThankATeacherWV#TeacherAppreciationWeek#WVEd
Support our dedicated teachers and support staff at @aftunion and @aftteach who have worked tirelessly this last year to keep our students learning and safe.
Send a short video of appreciation for #TeacherAppreciationWeek and they will share your message on social!
@lesgetz
Our success with a $70k min wage isn't some fluke.
A Massachusetts biotech recruiting firm raised its min wage and saw revenue and headcount grow 50%, while retention rates doubled. Profit held steady despite the $500,000 cost of raises
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Through distance learning, hybrid instruction, keeping students safe in person, and more, teachers & support staff rose to the challenge.
To celebrate #TeacherAppreciationWeek, send a short video or message and we’ll share it on social media here: https://t.co/RQejyWziPd