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The Imperative to Protect Women's Economic Security

October 22, 2010 | Workplace Fairness

President Obama has made protecting women's economic security a priority since Day One.

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Six Months After Health Reform There is Much to Celebrate...And Lots of Work Ahead

September 23, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

Six months ago today, President Obama signed the health care bill into law. And with his signature, our health care system was opened up for renovation. But, like any remodeling job, we've got a long way to go before the final product will be ready for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Today of All Days, Be Heard!

August 26, 2010 | Workplace Fairness

Today is Women's Equality Day, when we celebrate the fact that, 90 years ago, a group of dedicated women and men made history when the 19th Amendment passed, guaranteeing a woman's right to vote.

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And Kagan Makes Three!

August 5, 2010 | Judges and Supreme Court

I am thrilled that the Senate has confirmed Elena Kagan to serve on the Supreme Court. This is an important milestone in our journey toward equal rights for women - and our nation will be stronger as a result.

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BREAKING NEWS: Dr. Berwick is Appointed!

July 7, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

Today, President Obama appointed Dr. Donald Berwick to serve as Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). I truly believe that Dr. Berwick is the best man for the job - he is a highly qualified candidate with extraordinary skill, vast experience and a deep dedication to improving America's health care system.

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Dr. Berwick... Just What the Doctor Ordered

July 1, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

Enough is enough. Dr. Berwick - nominee for Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - has been the victim of partisan and baseless attacks, and at the Campaign for Better Care, we think it's time to set the record straight.

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Progress...Power...Women...Lunch!

June 30, 2010 | Health Care

A heartfelt thanks to the honoree of this year's National Partnership annual luncheon, HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, who inspired us with her comments on the future of health reform - and the many women in top positions who are working to implement it.

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New Survey: People Need, Want Paid Sick Days

June 21, 2010 | Work and Family

Do you worry about losing your job when you get sick? If you're like 40 million other workers in this country, perhaps you should!

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It's Official. Campaign for Better Care Launched Today!

April 8, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

That's right. Health reform may officially be law, but now the hard work of fixing our health care system begins.

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Now the Hard Work Begins…

April 8, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care | Health Care > Health Information Technology (IT) | Health Care > Quality Care Now

That's right. Health reform may officially be law, but now the hard work of fixing our health care system begins.

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New Beginning: Fixing Our Broken Health Care System Starts Now

March 30, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

It's done. Health reform is now the law of the land. Your hard work has paid off, and you should feel proud.

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For Today, Hooray!

March 22, 2010 | Health Care | Health Care > Quality Care Now

Your hard work is paying off. Last night, the House of Representatives said 'yes' to improving health care in our country.

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Historic Milestone Reached! Bill Needs Improvement…

December 24, 2009 | Health Care | Reproductive Health

Today, the Senate took a historic step to fix our nation's broken health care system by passing comprehensive reform that will cover 31 million more people, prohibit insurance practices that undermine meaningful, affordable coverage, help contain costs, and put us on track to improve the quality and coordination of care.

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Health Care Reform Matters to Older Women

December 7, 2009 | Health Care | Health Care > Campaign for Better Care

Let's be clear. As both caregivers and patients, women bear the brunt of shortcomings in our health care system - high costs, poor quality, and fragmented, uncoordinated care.

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A Historic Moment...But at Women's Expense

November 10, 2009 | Health Care | Reproductive Health

The health reform bill the House passed this weekend had some long-overdue advances — and an eleventh hour amendment so appalling it taints the entire bill.

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President Obama has spoken. This is your moment!

September 11, 2009 | Health Care

President Obama delivered a powerful and passionate speech on health insurance reform.

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Life and Legacy of Ted Kennedy

August 29, 2009 | Health Care

Here at the National Partnership, we are grieving the loss of our good friend and supporter Ted Kennedy.

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Huge Loss for the Nation

August 26, 2009 | Other | Health Care | Work and Family

When Senator Edward M. Kennedy lost his battle with cancer, our nation lost a real champion of justice and equality, a man who truly understood the struggles of families in the United States, and a passionate, effective and tireless advocate for women's and civil rights. At the National Partnership for Women & Families, we also lost a dear friend.

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