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Doulas Push Back Against California’s Proposal to Pay Them Shockingly Low Rates
It's time for Medicaid to pay for doulas -- and pay them fairly, say birth workers and their advocates.
Biden Calls Out Oil and Gas Companies as Oil Prices Drop But Gas Remains High
“Oil and gas companies shouldn’t pad their profits at the expense of hardworking Americans,” Biden said.
Tennessee Republicans Advance Abortion Bill That’s More Extreme Than Texas Law
The bill would let residents sue providers for $10,000 if they provided an abortion at any stage of pregnancy.
Global Nurses Union Says Russian Attacks on Hospitals Amount to War Crimes
Russia should “choose an immediate ceasefire,” the international group of nurses said in a statement.
White House Says Funding for Testing and Vaccines for Uninsured May Run Out Soon
The funding may lapse after Republicans staunchly opposed appropriating only $15 billion for COVID-related measures.
New Hampshire Republicans Seek to Repeal State’s Ban on Youth Conversion Therapy
Several medical groups have condemned conversion therapy, noting that the practice can lead to extreme mental distress.
AOC Demands Accountability for High Gas Prices as Crude Oil Price Drops
Crude oil prices have dropped over the past week, but consumers are still stuck shelling out.
Russian Dissident Who Held “No War” Sign on TV Was Briefly Missing, Lawyers Say
Thousands of antiwar activists in Russia have been arrested since Putin launched the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
Climate-Friendly Fed Nominee Withdraws After Manchin Says He’ll Vote Against Her
The progressive favorite blamed “relentless attacks by special interests” that oppose her stances on the climate crisis.
Ginni Thomas, Wife of Clarence Thomas, Attended “Stop the Steal” Rally on Jan. 6
Ginni Thomas claims her work does not interfere with or influence her husband's decisions on the Supreme Court.