We’ve gone through Gov. Wolf’s 2018-19 budget and we’re happy with the priorities he expresses through the document. But we also have some concerns.
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Articles and notes from Just Harvest staff and partners.
Take This Box and Shove It: Trump’s horrendous hunger plan
Buried in Trump’s new federal budget is an idea that deserves to see the light of day – so people can see it for what it is: extravagant waste and […]
Expanding worker protections: Paid sick days and leave
All workers face caregiving responsibilities at some point – whether it’s a child, a parent, or themselves. It’s time employers stop punishing them for that.
North Side farmers market visits: Connecting kids to community
This past farmers market season, we partnered with Allegheny Traditional Academy to bring classroom learning outside to the North Side farmers market.
Week 30: Stay with us
Thirty weeks ago we launched our 30 Weeks of Action campaign to confront a new political climate. Where do we go from here?
Week 29: Help target four Pa. members of the U.S. House to stop the tax bill
You can help stop the worst of the new U.S. tax bill right now by joining a coordinated effort to sway four key Pennsylvania U.S. Representatives.
Week 28: Be part of the WQED Think! live town hall on poverty in Western Pa.
Our communities need more honest discussions of the real causes poverty and what helps people climb out. Be part of this one.
Help protect public transit in Allegheny County food deserts
Protect access to jobs and healthy food in the Mon Valley by showing support for the 61 A/B/C.
Week 26: Shop local this week to support fresh food access for all
Here’s where to shop for Thanksgiving (and Small Business Saturday!) to support local farmers, business owners, and healthier communities.
Week 25: Tell Rep. Rothfus you can’t afford fake tax reform
The best strategy to stop Republican leaders’ “tax reform” scam? In Allegheny County it’s all about Keith Rothfus.
