First, the obvious: the current House tax cut (let’s not lie and call it “reform”) will change before it gets a floor vote. And, the Senate’s plan will differ substantially from that House version. Still, it’s not too early to Read More …
Category: Issues
Community Issues
World Food Day 2017: “The Great Unravelling”
Today, Marianne will pack her life into her purse and visit the food pantry. Like many working folks – even those who get food stamps – she needs more food than she can afford for her and her son. On Read More …
“The Battle to Preserve Public Education in Missouri” – WCD FOCUS October Meeting
A panel of passionate advocates for publication presented “The Battle to Preserve Public Education in Missouri” at the WCD FOCUS meeting on October 11, 2017. The panel, speaking to a full house at the United Food and Cafeteria Workers Union Read More …
WCD Focus 2018
WCD FOCUS 2018 Progressives Working For Change FOCUS 2018 is a series of evening sessions dedicated to information and action on critical topics. Sessions are open to all working for change. Thursday, October 11, 6:00 p.m. Panel: Preserving Public Education Read More …
WCD Meeting Agenda – October 9, 2017
Presentation Topic: “Why Medicare for All is the Best Solution and How to Communicate the ‘Whys’” Speaker: Dr. Ed Weisbart, Physicians for a National Health Program Description: Dr. Weisbart will give an update on the important reasons for all Americans Read More …
Interesting Numbers
Each year as summer fades into fall, the United States Census Bureau releases its annual reports on poverty and income. Over at USDA they report on Hunger in America. The numbers for Missouri easily qualify as interesting. The harsh reality Read More …