Uma Iyer · [email protected]

May 14, 2020 at 9:35 PM

Tell Congress: We Demand More

NWLC Women are STILL being left out of COVID-19 legislation.     Dear John, This week, leaders in the House of Representatives introduced a new bill to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and its devastating economic impacts. The House’s proposal goes a long way…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

May 7, 2020 at 5:46 PM

Tell Congress: We Need $ for Child Care Now

NWLC The child care system will collapse without immediate funding.     Dear John, Even though it’s probably daytime when you’re reading this, I wrote this email at night—because that’s when I can actually work right now, after my kids are asleep. I’m just lik…

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  Shiwali Patel · [email protected]

May 6, 2020 at 4:04 PM

BREAKING: We’re suing DeVos.

NWLC Title IX is under attack. We’re fighting back – and we need you with us.       Dear John, I am furious. And you should be, too. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and the Trump administration just finalized a rule that tries to completely gut Title IX’s…

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  Shiwali Patel · [email protected]

May 6, 2020 at 4:01 PM

BREAKING: We’re suing DeVos.

NWLC Title IX is under attack. We’re fighting back – and we need you with us.     Dear John, I am furious. And you should be, too. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and the Trump administration just finalized a rule that tries to completely gut Title IX’s cr…

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  Mary-Frances Wain · [email protected]

May 5, 2020 at 9:52 PM

Don’t let today end without reading this, John

NWLC COVID-19 relief is leaving families behind.     Women are being left behind by COVID-19 recovery efforts and it’s up to all of us to fight back. Join us before #GivingTuesdayNow ends. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Laura’s note about what a critica…

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  Mary-Frances Wain · [email protected]

May 5, 2020 at 9:52 PM

Don’t let today end without reading this, John

NWLC COVID-19 relief is leaving families behind.     Women are being left behind by COVID-19 recovery efforts and it’s up to all of us to fight back. Join us before #GivingTuesdayNow ends. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Laura’s note about what a critica…

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  Laura Narefsky · [email protected]

May 5, 2020 at 2:02 PM

#GivingTuesdayNow: Women are getting left behind during COVID-19.

NWLC Today is #GivingTuesdayNow. Join us in the fight for women during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.     Dear John, As the pandemic rages on, there are so many unknowns. But one thing we know for certain is that women, people of color, and low-paid workers a…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

May 4, 2020 at 6:16 PM

Pop, lockscreen, and drop it

NWLC 📱🤳📱     Hi John, There is a lot going on this week, so I’ll just say this: it’s week who knows what of quarantine, you’re doing great. It’s also Star Wars Day. I haven’t seen Star Wars, but May the Fourth be with you or something like that. Let’s dive in…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

May 4, 2020 at 6:16 PM

Pop, lockscreen, and drop it

NWLC 📱🤳📱     Hi John, There is a lot going on this week, so I’ll just say this: it’s week who knows what of quarantine, you’re doing great. It’s also Star Wars Day. I haven’t seen Star Wars, but May the Fourth be with you or something like that. Let’s dive in…

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  Lark Lewis · [email protected]

May 1, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Join Our Birth Control Access Rally!

NWLC There’s gonna be a DJ!     Dear John, Your boss should never get to decide whether you have access to birth control — but the Supreme Court could change that. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments about the Trump-Pence administration’…

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  Lark Lewis · [email protected]

May 1, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Virtual #HandsOffMyBC Rally on Tuesday!

NWLC There’s gonna be a DJ!     Dear John, Your boss should never get to decide whether you have access to birth control — but the Supreme Court could change that. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments about the Trump-Pence administration’…

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  Erin Longbottom · [email protected]

April 27, 2020 at 9:50 PM

Q&A: What Is Congress Doing About Coronavirus?

NWLC Your Covid-19/Congress Questions Answered     Dear John, These are hard and confusing times. And if you’re like us, you probably have a ton of questions about what our legislators are actually doing about COVID-19, and how it affects you, your family, an…

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  Erin Longbottom · [email protected]

April 27, 2020 at 9:50 PM

Q&A: What Is Congress Doing About Coronavirus?

NWLC Your Covid-19/Congress Questions Answered     Dear John, These are hard and confusing times. And if you’re like us, you probably have a ton of questions about what our legislators are actually doing about COVID-19, and how it affects you, your family, an…

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  Mary-Frances Wain · [email protected]

April 26, 2020 at 4:05 PM

FWD: For women on the front lines of a pandemic

NWLC Women are disproportionately represented in essential jobs during COVID-19. They deserve our support.   Dear John, I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy. I’m writing to ask you to join our fight to protect women on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic — w…

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  Mary-Frances Wain · [email protected]

April 26, 2020 at 4:05 PM

FWD: For women on the front lines of a pandemic

NWLC Women are disproportionately represented in essential jobs during COVID-19. They deserve our support.   Dear John, I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy. I’m writing to ask you to join our fight to protect women on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic — w…

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  Julie Vogtman · [email protected]

April 25, 2020 at 2:52 PM

Women in essential jobs were already in crisis. Then came COVID-19.

NWLC GIFT MATCHED: Help protect women on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.     Women are disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis. Make an urgent donation today and your gift will be MATCHED. Dear John, That women and people o…

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  Julie Vogtman · [email protected]

April 23, 2020 at 6:50 PM

MATCH: Women on the front lines need your support

NWLC Women are disproportionately represented in essential jobs during COVID-19. They deserve our support.     Dear John, Right now, a woman is clocking out at the end of her shift as a grocery store clerk — an essential, front-line role in the midst of the on…

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  Julie Vogtman · [email protected]

April 23, 2020 at 6:46 PM

MATCH: Women on the front lines need your support

NWLC Women are disproportionately represented in essential jobs during COVID-19. They deserve our support.     Dear John, Right now, a woman is clocking out at the end of her shift as a grocery store clerk — an essential, front-line role in the midst of the on…

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  Maya Raghu · [email protected]

April 19, 2020 at 3:37 PM

FW: Tell the EEOC: Keep Collecting Pay Data

NWLC How to close the wage gap   Dear John, The Trump administration gave us just 30 days (during a global pandemic!) to comment on its proposal to stop collecting pay data. And unfortunately, the deadline is approaching quickly. Can you make sure your comment is submitted in time? It…

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  Maya Raghu · [email protected]

April 17, 2020 at 5:40 PM

FW: Tell the EEOC: Keep Collecting Pay Data

NWLC How to close the wage gap   Dear John, The Trump administration gave us just 30 days (during a global pandemic!) to comment on its proposal to stop collecting pay data. And unfortunately, the deadline is approaching quickly. Can you make sure your comment is submitted in time? It…

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  Emily Martin · [email protected]

April 13, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Trump’s Subverted EEOC

NWLC They’re trying to help employers hide the wage gap.     Dear John, The fight for equal pay has been long and hard. But the Trump administration is determined to make it even harder. Trump’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) wants to stop th…

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  Emily Martin · [email protected]

April 13, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Tell the EEOC: Keep Collecting Pay Data

NWLC They’re trying to help employers hide the wage gap.     Dear John, The fight for equal pay has been long and hard. But the Trump administration is determined to make it even harder. Trump’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) wants to stop th…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Doing our best.

NWLC That’s all we can do!     Hi John, I hope you and your loved ones are all doing as best as you can right now (and I know every email feels like it’s starting with that exact same expression, but I mean it!). Growing up, whenever I didn’t do as well as I w…

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  Maya Raghu · [email protected]

April 9, 2020 at 6:46 PM

Tell Congress We Need to Protect Workers From Harassment and Retaliation During the COVID-19 Crisis

NWLC Celebrate BE HEARD’s anniversary with us by demanding Congress protect essential workers.     Dear John, Today marks one year since the BE HEARD in the Workplace Act was introduced in Congress. This landmark bill would strengthen protections against hara…

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  Maya Raghu · [email protected]

April 9, 2020 at 6:46 PM

Tell Congress We Need to Protect Workers From Harassment and Retaliation During the COVID-19 Crisis

NWLC Celebrate BE HEARD’s anniversary with us by demanding Congress protect essential workers.     Dear John, Today marks one year since the BE HEARD in the Workplace Act was introduced in Congress. This landmark bill would strengthen protections against hara…

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  Catherine White · [email protected]

April 8, 2020 at 9:33 PM

Tell Congress: Fight for Child Care

NWLC Women are on the front lines – but we’re being ignored.   Hi John, I’ll get right to it: I’m worried we’re not being heard right now. Congress has yet to make progress on drafting a fourth COVID-19 relief bill that will actually help women and families in this crisis. Take child …

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

April 3, 2020 at 6:02 PM

Tell Congress: Fight for Us

NWLC Women are being left behind.     Dear John, As COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the United States, threatening the lives, health, and livelihoods of millions, our elected officials still need to do MUCH more. The legislation that Congress has already pass…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

April 3, 2020 at 6:02 PM

Tell Congress: Fight for Us

NWLC Women are being left behind.     Dear John, As COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the United States, threatening the lives, health, and livelihoods of millions, our elected officials still need to do MUCH more. The legislation that Congress has already pass…

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  Maya Raghu · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Equal Pay Day in the Time of a Pandemic

NWLC The Wage Gap Made Worse by COVID-19           Hi John, Today is Equal Pay Day — the day that marks how far women have to work into this year to catch up to what men made last year. It’s never a reason to celebrate. But this year it falls at the height…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 6:47 PM

Coloring for her, coloring for all.

NWLC Also, some pets.     Hi John, It has been quite the week (month? year? Who knows, it’s felt like a decade). But if there’s one thing I’ve taken away from recent events, it’s the power and importance of connection. I’ve said it before, but I’m reminded of…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 6:47 PM

Coloring for her, coloring for all.

NWLC Also, some pets.     Hi John, It has been quite the week (month? year? Who knows, it’s felt like a decade). But if there’s one thing I’ve taken away from recent events, it’s the power and importance of connection. I’ve said it before, but I’m reminded of…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

March 24, 2020 at 4:46 PM

Together we CAN make change right now

NWLC Help us fight to protect all working people—now and in the future     Dear John, In this crisis, so many people are finally seeing the workers who have always been essential to our homes, our communities, and our economy. It’s women — especially women of…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

March 24, 2020 at 4:46 PM

Those hit hardest

NWLC Help us fight to protect all working people—now and in the future     Dear John, In this crisis, so many people are finally seeing the workers who have always been essential to our homes, our communities, and our economy. It’s women — especially women of…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 23, 2020 at 10:06 PM

FWD: Tell Congress: Paid Sick Days and Paid Leave for ALL

NWLC A crisis made worse.   John, Every day, I’m reaching out to Congressional offices to ensure that the next COVID-19 relief legislation actually helps working families, not just large corporations. And I need you to do the same. Even if you’ve already sent messages to your represen…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 23, 2020 at 10:06 PM

FWD: Tell Congress: Paid Sick Days and Paid Leave for ALL

NWLC A crisis made worse.   John, Every day, I’m reaching out to Congressional offices to ensure that the next COVID-19 relief legislation actually helps working families, not just large corporations. And I need you to do the same. Even if you’ve already sent messages to your represen…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 19, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Tell Congress: Paid Sick Days and Paid Leave for ALL

NWLC We can’t leave anyone behind.     Dear John, Congress has finally passed legislation to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic — but far too many working people were left out of the final bill that was signed by President Trump last night. Right now, women are …

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 19, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Tell Congress: Help ALL Working Families

NWLC We can’t leave anyone behind.     Dear John, Congress has finally passed legislation to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic — but far too many working people were left out of the final bill that was signed by President Trump last night. Right now, women are …

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 16, 2020 at 5:46 PM

The Senate Must Act on COVID-19 to Protect Working Families

NWLC Mitch McConnell and the Senate must take action immediately.   Dear John, The Senate is voting this week on a bill that could protect public health and working families during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a resident of D.C., we know you aren't represented in the Senate, but you can s…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 13, 2020 at 6:11 PM

FWD: Congress Must Act on COVID-19 to Protect Working Families

NWLC Too many families are one paycheck away from disaster.   John, It's been 24 hours since sent we you the message below, and in that time Congress has passed nothing. They can't wait. WE can't wait. Tell Congress to act now by passing legislation that includes paid sick leave, free …

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 12, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Congress Must Act on COVID-19 to Protect Working Families

NWLC Too many families are one paycheck away from disaster.     Dear John, In crisis moments, we can often feel powerless. But today — right now — there is something you can do to make sure our government provides the leadership we so desperately need. Congres…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

March 12, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Congress Must Act on COVID-19 to Protect Working Families

NWLC Too many families are one paycheck away from disaster.     Dear John, In crisis moments, we can often feel powerless. But today — right now — there is something you can do to make sure our government provides the leadership we so desperately need. Congres…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

March 6, 2020 at 10:17 PM

What a low-key, low-stress week!

NWLC Juuuuust kidding.     Hi John, What a low-key week it’s been! Nothing to write about here! Not. One. Single. Thing. Just kidding! This week was a bit of a mess if you care about women (even just a little bit!). The Supreme Court heard a case (June Medical…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

March 6, 2020 at 10:17 PM

What a low-key, low-stress week!

NWLC Juuuuust kidding.     Hi John, What a low-key week it’s been! Nothing to write about here! Not. One. Single. Thing. Just kidding! This week was a bit of a mess if you care about women (even just a little bit!). The Supreme Court heard a case (June Medical…

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  Sarah David Heydemann · [email protected]

March 4, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Tell Your Rep: Protect Pregnant Workers

NWLC No one should have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and a paycheck.   Dear John, Women from across the country united in Washington, D.C., last week to urge Congress to pass the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Since then, six new sponsors have endorsed the bill. Now we need to…

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  Sarah David Heydemann · [email protected]

March 4, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Tell Your Rep: Protect Pregnant Workers

NWLC No one should have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and a paycheck.   Dear John, Women from across the country united in Washington, D.C., last week to urge Congress to pass the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Since then, six new sponsors have endorsed the bill. Now we need to…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

February 20, 2020 at 4:15 PM

FWD: Tell These Survivors: I’ve Got You

NWLC Racial justice is survivor justice.   Content Warning: Sexual assault Dear John, A couple of weeks ago, I reached out in the email below, and asked that you send a note of support to the women who courageously spoke truth to power by sharing their stories about how music mogul Ru…

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  Ma’ayan · [email protected]

February 14, 2020 at 7:06 PM

FW: Tell the Trump administration to stop its attacks on students

NWLC Submit a comment before the deadline!   Dear John, Betsy DeVos and the Trump Administration are making schools more dangerous for students by trying to make it easier for schools to claim a religious right to discriminate. We only have a few days left before comments close and we…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

February 13, 2020 at 4:19 PM

So. Many. Acronyms.

NWLC O.M.G.A.T.A     Hi John, Sometimes I think working in D.C. and in politics is just learning a whole bunch of acronyms. I don’t want to subject you to that, John, but I do want to tell you about one I really think you should know: HUD AFFH. O.M.G.A.T.A., …

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

February 13, 2020 at 4:19 PM

So. Many. Acronyms.

NWLC O.M.G.A.T.A     Hi John, Sometimes I think working in D.C. and in politics is just learning a whole bunch of acronyms. I don’t want to subject you to that, John, but I do want to tell you about one I really think you should know: HUD AFFH. O.M.G.A.T.A., …

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  Erin Longbottom · [email protected]

February 12, 2020 at 10:11 PM

Abortion actually is...

NWLC Love.   Dear John, Warm fuzzies are in the air — and not just because it’s almost Valentine’s Day! This week we’re celebrating all the good feelings that abortion access brings us by answering the question: What is Abortion Actually? To us, abortion actu…

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