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fromCurbed
3 weeks ago

Trump's White House Ballroom Is a Neoclassical Bludgeon

Donald Trump plans to replace the White House tent with a $200 million ballroom, symbolizing extravagance amidst social program cuts.
#trump-administration
fromQNS
1 month ago
US politics

Queens lawmakers condemn Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' as dangerous and unjust - QNS

fromQNS
1 month ago
US politics

Queens lawmakers condemn Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' as dangerous and unjust - QNS

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Teenage pregnancy rates are a barometer of Britain's progress. The tale they now tell is not reassuring | Polly Toynbee

The dismantling of social programs has hindered progress in reducing teenage pregnancy rates in the UK.
#democratic-party
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

There's a Single Objective Behind Everything Donald Trump Does. It's a Problem for Democrats-and an Opportunity.

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

There's a Single Objective Behind Everything Donald Trump Does. It's a Problem for Democrats-and an Opportunity.

fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Fed Strips Eligibility For Head Start & Health Programs From Undocumented Immigrants

The federal government is limiting benefits for undocumented immigrants across health and education programs.
fromFortune
1 month ago

RFK Jr. says HHS will cut off Head Start preschool program for immigrants without legal status

"For too long, the government has diverted hardworking Americans' tax dollars to incentivize illegal immigration. Today's action changes that - it restores integrity to federal social programs, enforces the rule of law, and protects vital resources for the American people."
US politics
#tax-bill
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The potential winners and losers from Trump's tax bill

Trump's tax bill could create significant financial impacts for Americans, with notable winners and losers identified.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The potential winners and losers from Trump's tax bill

Trump's tax bill could create significant financial impacts for Americans, with notable winners and losers identified.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Europe does not have to choose between guns and butter. There is another way | Shahin Vallee and Joseph de Weck

The military-spending dilemma in Europe is mischaracterized as a choice between military and social investments; historically, it is a choice between military and taxes.
Europe politics
#tax-cuts
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

What Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' means for tax cuts, Medicaid, national debt, and more

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump's big, beautiful bill' at a crucial juncture

Proposed bill seeks to extend 2017 tax cuts while slashing social programs, risking national debt increases and reduction of assistance.
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

What Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' means for tax cuts, Medicaid, national debt, and more

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump's big, beautiful bill' at a crucial juncture

Proposed bill seeks to extend 2017 tax cuts while slashing social programs, risking national debt increases and reduction of assistance.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose advocates rally against Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' - San Jose Spotlight

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' threatens essential support for vulnerable families, potentially costing millions in healthcare and welfare funding.
fromsilive
2 months ago

Staten Island special ed school debuts film at NYC Public School Film Festival | In Class column

"Engaging school communities requires a multifaceted approach, incorporating not only educational programs but also events that foster social connections among students, parents, and faculty."
Online learning
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

"Trump Accounts" Offer $1,000 For Babies Amid Massive Social Spending Cuts

This is a pro-family initiative that will help millions of Americans harness the strength of our economy to lift up the next generation.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

'We all are going to die': Sen. Ernst offers bleak response to grilling over Medicaid

Sen. Ernst faced backlash for her support of a bill that cuts social programs while benefiting the wealthy.
#budget-bill
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
NYC politics

NY Democrats sound alarm on Medicaid, SNAP cuts in Trump's Big Beautiful Bill' that passed Republican-led House | amNewYork

The budget bill includes a $3.8 trillion tax cut while cutting social programs and increasing border security funding.
fromTruthout
3 months ago
US politics

The "Oligarch's Budget" Wages War on Poor Americans

The recent budget bill exemplifies a significant wealth transfer from low-income Americans to the wealthy with massive cuts to social programs.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

NY Democrats sound alarm on Medicaid, SNAP cuts in Trump's Big Beautiful Bill' that passed Republican-led House | amNewYork

The budget bill includes a $3.8 trillion tax cut while cutting social programs and increasing border security funding.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

The "Oligarch's Budget" Wages War on Poor Americans

The recent budget bill exemplifies a significant wealth transfer from low-income Americans to the wealthy with massive cuts to social programs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Don't be fooled. Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill' is typically ugly and typically misnamed | Arwa Mahdawi

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, at 1,116 pages, represents a contentious mega-package of tax cuts and spending that has sparked debate among Republicans about its implications.
Right-wing politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A marijuana tax is now funding $750 no-strings-attached monthly payments to families in New Mexico

This isn't just about allocating dollars. It's about delivering tangible benefits.
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Can Head Start Survive the MAGA Era?

In early April, Head Start child-care centers were told they must provide additional information before accessing funding, raising concerns over the future of the program.
Right-wing politics
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 months ago

NY AG James says she's suing Trump administration over cuts to health and social programs

Letitia James plans to sue the HHS to protect essential programs for vulnerable populations, calling out the Trump administration's harmful cuts.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump proposes cutting $163bn in non-defense funds and boosting military

Trump's budget focuses on military spending while drastically cutting social programs like healthcare and education.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Hakeem Jeffries and Cory Booker livestream sit-in against GOP funding plan

Democratic leaders are actively protesting against a proposed Republican budget that they argue undermines essential social programs.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Sunday Links: Jeffries, Booker Hold Sit-In At Capitol To Protest GOP Budget Plan

Lawmakers Jeffries and Booker protest against social program budget cuts.
San Francisco State University opens a new affordable housing project.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

"He Is A Poop Stain On The Underwear Of Society": People Share Their Honest Opinions Of Elon Musk

The dismantling of social programs is creating widespread discontent against rich influencers like Elon and misconceptions pushed by political leaders.
NYC parents
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Here's why Trump's plan to gut Head Start will hurt you, even if you don't have kids

The Trump administration's proposal to cut Head Start funding would severely impact low-income families and essential workers, disrupting childcare and community support.
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