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Mothers Matter Most

Mothers Matter Most

By on May 5, 2014 in maternal economics, maternal mortality, Maternity Leave, Mother's Day

I have big plans for Mother’s Day this year. In fact, I’m giving myself more than a day - considering the number of minor miracles I pull off on a regular basis, I’m sure I merit several days. You, too, I’m thinking… First, I’m going to make sure I am down at the US Capitol [...]

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Is Mother in the House…..and Senate?

By on May 7, 2010 in Economic Equality, Julia Ward Howe, Mother's Day, Motherhood is political, Pay Equity, Women Leadership

Mother’s Day became my favorite holiday exactly 14 years ago—the first one I observed as a mother in my own right. It followed on the heels of my realization that no amount of education, professional experience, personal achievement, or effort would insulate me from the disadvantages of being an American woman. Since that time, I’ve [...]

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