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Children are precious and it's our job as adults to protect them. Climate change isn't just some abstract thing. It's hurting our kids now. Let's tell our lawmakers to take action today.

14 days ago via Facebook

Happy Labor Day! Thanks to the labor movement, we all enjoy better pay, better hours and a safer workplace. There's still plenty of work to be done. By getting involved and making your voice heard, we can forge a better...

15 days ago via Facebook

Each Labor Day, we look at how Ohio's working people are really doing. Big business and the wealthy are hoarding more and more of the wealth. Employers still pay black workers and women far less than white men. Too many...

16 days ago via Facebook

We decided to write this paper when we learned the Youngstown Vindicator would close. Today it printed its final issue. Ohio’s policymakers can find innovative ways to support local news. We all need to demand they make it a priority.

17 days ago via Facebook

Ohio’s fourth-largest employer, the Ohio State University, has announced that it will raise wages to $15 per hour next year for 3,800 employees. Another 1,000 workers now earning $15 will get a $1 boost. ✊✊✊

18 days ago via Facebook

The Earned Income Tax Credit is one of the most effective ways of lifting working people out of poverty. Join Kalitha Williams, Rep. Michael Skindell and others for a webinar about why we need to make Ohio's EITC refundable.

19 days ago via Facebook

In 2016, only 44% of adult Ohioans had a college degree. The state’s goal is 65% by 2025. That won't happen if people can't afford to go to college w/o drowning in debt. https://t.co/VVFJQt8Op7

about 14 hours ago via Twitter

Everyone needs to eat. Governor DeWine can and should help struggling Ohioans get help affording food. Akron Beacon Journal

20 days ago via Facebook

If your employer doesn't pay you fully for all the hours you work, that's theft. And it's happening a lot across the state, including in Cleveland.

21 days ago via Facebook

What a joy to be surrounded by so many great friends and allies last week. It's a great reminder that smart, committed people are out here fighting for what's right every day. Get a recap of our first Work &...

22 days ago via Facebook

Morgan Williams is a new intern here at Policy Matters. She is pursuing a Master’s of Science in Social Administration at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU), where she also received her undergraduate degrees. Originally from Maryland, Morgan has made wonderful...

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