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Jan 30, 2019 |
In today’s divisive political environment, we can all agree upon the critical importance of supporting our families and local businesses. We also know that throughout our state and our country people are struggling to afford having children and caring for themselves or their aging family members.
Jan 30, 2019 |
Can’t go into work because you’re watching the kids due to school cancellations this week? How about an elderly family member whose care center has been closed? If you live in Minneapolis or St. Paul, you may still be entitled to your normal wages.
Jan 30, 2019 |
Plenty of us have had to make the uncomfortable decision of whether or not to go to work sick. Thanks to unforgiving sick leave policies and company cultures that encourage you to “push through” illness, taking a legit sick day feels rarer and rarer.
Jan 30, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Jan 24, 2019 |
Additional Guidelines are Unjustified and Unnecessary
Jan 22, 2019 |
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.
Jan 22, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
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.
Jan 19, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Jan 16, 2019 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
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