Leslie Siphers

Public affairs. Public health. Public policy. Dogs.

[Christopher Ali @Ali_Christopher]

Outstanding work from @JakeVarn from @pewresearch.org updating us on state low cost broadband options!

I didn’t know that some states were offering waivers to exceed the lost cost requirement. What a surprise and disappointment.

https://t.co/ukaUyxdf6n

[payton mitchell @paytmitch]

red, white, and blue lights are flashing. fog machines are on level 10.

a pommel horse is rolled out onto the stage at the DNC.

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

It’s been a tough day. Let’s pretend it’s #PippaFotoFriday and send everyone a smile!

[Megan ☼ ♡ ꕤ @MegWritesBooks]

Obsessed with this guy on the US men's gymnastics team who's only job is pommel horse, so he just sits there until he's activated like a sleeper agent, whips off his glasses like Clark Kent and does a pommel horse routine that helps deliver the team its first medal in 16 years.

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

Great article from @CNET on affordable #internet plan and payment options, including programs from internet providers and non-profits, and state specific resources https://t.co/E3g7UIJd9S

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

Congratulations Team @AARPRI!

[Rhode Island Senate @RISenate]

Legislation sponsored by Sen. @Victoria4RI and @profjune to help Rhode Islanders to develop accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property has been signed into law.

Learn more: https://t.co/ailPpWy0iR

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

Advocating for the nation’s 48 million family caregivers is hard work. But being a caregiver is harder. Thank you to Yvette Nicole Brown and Diedrich Bader for joining @AARPadvocates #AARPOnTheHill #AARPStaff

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

Proud to join caregivers Yvette Nicole Brown, Diedrich Bader, and volunteers and staff from the Bay State to urge Congress to support family caregivers #AARPStaff #AARPOnTheHill @AARPadvocates

[AARP Advocates @AARPadvocates]

Actress Yvette Nicole Brown is a full-time caregiver for her dad and an advocate for fellow family caregivers. 🫶https://t.co/REErudIfGY

[AARP Advocates @AARPadvocates]

Without enough nursing home staff, residents may go without:
🚿Baths
🚽 Bathroom trips
🍴Meals
💊Medications

Tell Congress to protect the new nursing home rule: https://t.co/3l0kdjxySf

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

Congratulations to our state offices on their recent advocacy wins. Special shout out to @AARPMaine for protecting consumers from power shutoffs during extreme heat!

[AARP Advocates @AARPadvocates]

👀 #AARPAdvocatesNationwide have been busy!

[U.S. Surgeon General @Surgeon_General]

While the effects of loneliness and isolation can impact anyone, young adulthood and older adulthood can be particularly isolating periods for many. We can take action today to strengthen our social muscle and improve our health. https://t.co/Hcv8zkDOD4

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

FAA reauthorization bill:

[President Biden Archived @POTUS46Archive]

May is the final month that folks who rely on the Affordable Connectivity Program for high-speed internet will receive any benefit.

Republicans in Congress, join your Democratic colleagues in support of extending funding for this program.

Millions of Americans count on it.

[Sherrod Brown @SenSherrodBrown]

It’s unacceptable that the Affordable Connectivity Program expires for millions of Ohioans today.

The ACP has lowered the cost of high-speed internet for so many families. Congress needs to stop delaying & extend it now.

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

A very timely op-ed from @AARPVa on the importance of closing the #digitaldivide. Nearly half a million Virginians are enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program #ACP

[Cardinal News @CardinalNewsVA]

Opinion: The Affordable Connectivity Program helps make internet access more affordable, but is at risk of running out of money.

https://t.co/lHsgTyFClR

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

As of today, Affordable Connectivity Program #ACP enrollees will no longer receive the full benefit to help pay for affordable, accessible high-speed internet. But internet is a necessity, not a luxury. And there's still time for Congress to take action! https://t.co/OIX7P9AVCn

[AARP Advocates @AARPadvocates]

On #NetNeutrality: "Everyone should have access to a fast, fair, and open internet."

Read more: https://t.co/hGMuzj0VMI

[Leslie Siphers @LeslieSiphers]

The @newsobserver highlights the almost 900,000 North Carolinians who are at risk of losing affordable, accessible high-speed internet should Congress allow #ACP to expire https://t.co/UKw72nvAMg

[National Park Service @NatlParkService]

Go short tree, it's your #EarthDay!