The flu bug does not discriminate. But the equity ends there. Calling in sick is more costly in America to those who can afford it least, and we all share the burden via infected workplaces, schools and child care.
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Forty-Six Years Later, Opponents Continue to Fight Roe v. Wade
Jan 22, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Don’t Let The ‘Fatherhood Penalty’ Keep You From Using Paternity Leave – Scary Mommy
Jan 20, 2019 |
As a father who has been down this road, I’m well aware that taking time off to be with family can feel like being in a tug of war, where you feel like you need to be home because you love your family and want to support them, but you also feel as though you will face backlash at work for choosing your spouse and children over your carrier.
“A March for the Future of All Women”
Jan 19, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Women’s Leader: “Women Need Congress To Raise the Minimum Wage”
Jan 16, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Wage gap persists for women in North Carolina’s finance industry – Charlotte Business Journal
Jan 2, 2019 |
Trump’s Government Shutdown a Blatant Attack on Families
Dec 22, 2018 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Naughty or Nice List: Women and Family Policies Taking Effect in 2019
Dec 21, 2018 |
In 2018, communities across the country adopted new, pro-women, pro-family workplace policies, including those guaranteeing paid family and medical leave and paid sick days.
Lack of paid sick leave is inconsistent with Maine values – Bangor Daily News
Dec 20, 2018 |
As Mainers, looking out for each other is a fundamental part of who we are. The lack of earned paid sick leave in this state goes against everything we stand for.
Guest Column: Turner supports WA’s new paid leave program – Chinook Observer
Dec 20, 2018 |
I can’t always do as much as I’d like to for my employees. When they need time off to care for loved ones, I do my best to provide them with that time, but often we simply can’t afford to pay them during their leave.
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