Peggy O'Mara

Independent Journalist at Editor of Mothering Magazine (1980 to 2011). Inspired by parenting, social justice, and healthy living.

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Renewables are expected to account for 90% of new electricity capacity worldwide by 2027, driven by record-breaking expansions in solar and wind energy. https://t.co/xNNhe1fQnk

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As of yesterday, 77,885 people have been reported killed in the Gaza war. Of those killed in residential buildings, 70% were women and children. Dead also include 1701 medical workers, 282 journalists, 120 academics, and over 560 humanitarian aid workers. https://t.co/8EjuahPe2E

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An Al Jazeera investigation found that military supplies from at least 51 countries continued to enter Israel even after the International Court of Justice warning in 2024 of a plausible risk of genocide in Gaza." US is Israel's largest supplier at 42%. https://t.co/yAZfWVhP3f

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My friend's nephew was taken by ICE to the the Cibola County ICE detention center in NM. They have been quoted $30,000 for legal representation and, of course, are looking for other pro bono options. Here's their Go Fund Me page, if you can contribute. https://t.co/Pw19zpL8aX

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I've been so upset about what is happening to immigrants, our friends and neighbors, that I wrote this post with an overview, facts and suggestions for action. There is no paywall. https://t.co/Z3tf8umWLF

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Pain in Labor https://t.co/OC0ld27RjV

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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. https://t.co/ltGoOleF6a

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@mrddmia Not true, Mike. According to the Government Accountability Office, approximately 70% of adult wage earners who receive SNAP work full-time. SNAP is not a permanent welfare state; it is a government subsidy to companies that don't pay a living wage. https://t.co/gZoINNlwPI

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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.
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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.
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Early SNL was full of political satire. So glad to see this: https://t.co/wzjuo2UH1v

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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.

[Robert Reich @RBReich]

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 https://t.co/6y4eOEGLS3

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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
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