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How is the early childhood community likely to be affected by DHS’s new “public charge” rule? In our latest fact sheet, we answer common questions, provide additional resources, and prepare workers, families & educators for what to expect:
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Parents are experts in the policies that shape their families’ lives. Parent leaders turned lived experience into policy solutions through CLASP's fellowship.
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All workers in the US should be able to build futures.
Yet the Trump admin spent BILLIONS targeting immigrants & limiting their job opportunities. CLASP & IRC find that workers sacrifice job quality for low barriers to entry in app-based work: ow.ly/quki50ZQBgl
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Black women face unique risks when reporting workplace health/safety issues. CLASP's Lulit Shewan says women who come forward often must defend their complaint—along with their credibility, temperament, and right to stay employed. Read more: ow.ly/sk2O50ZQcNP
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The Trump public charge regulation takes effect today. Read our statement on the threat this policy poses to our country and our democracy. Featuring quotes from executive committee members @CLASP_DC , @CALimmigrant, and @APIAHF. pifcoalition.org/resources/p…
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While 2025 Census data may look stable, clouds are on the horizon. Median income did NOT rise enough to cover inflation--worsening affordability.
Thank you, @CNN for a revealing analysis of poverty, income & insurance rates: ow.ly/R0fH50ZPcoF
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We applaud @AyannaPressley for introducing the Federal Jobs Guarantee resolution with its proactive policies to address systemic & discriminatory barriers limiting many workers’ access to quality jobs & careers as well as robust worker protections for all. pressley.house.gov/2026/09/1…
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The Protect College Sports Act would undermine college athletes’ power while letting the NCAA, powerful athletic conferences and universities set the terms and conditions of work.
Senators must stand with college athletes nationwide and reject this union-busting bill.
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The 2025 Census poverty data may look stable, but it's not a success story.
❌ Income isn’t keeping up w/ inflation
❌ 4.5M lost SNAP (1.5M kids)
❌ 8M pushed into poverty by health care costs
We don't have to accept policies that don't support us. More: ow.ly/WEmH50ZOvZl
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While Census poverty data appear stable, the lowest-income Americans are bearing the brunt of inflation—and will face even greater hardship as deeper safety net cuts take effect.
Thank you, @melbournecoal @sangerkatz & @nytimes for digging deeper w/ us: ow.ly/Me6V50ZO5te
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On 9/15, the US Census Bureau will release reports on Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance for 2025—foreshadowing rising poverty & further harm to come.
CLASP President Wendy Chun-Hoon details 2025’s systemic failures & what we can expect to see: ow.ly/ATAa50ZHW4k
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At TANF's 30th anniversary, fewer families are receiving benefits, and those benefits are shrinking. All families deserve support to succeed—no matter where they live. Read Elizabeth Lower-Basch's full report: ow.ly/SHFq50ZLuNG
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Ohio is just one state suffering years of underfunding and poor management in higher ed. As the fall semester begins, CLASP analysis examines how states can protect their colleges and universities from harmful actions of the Trump Admin: ow.ly/5ZtI50ZHVmj
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We mourn the death of Ohio student Pierre Damas Bel, 20, an aspiring doctor.
Pierre was one of +350k Haitian nationals whose legal status was revoked by the Trump admin, leaving them vulnerable to detention, deportation & dehumanization. Our statement: ow.ly/f0W950ZISGX
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On 9/15, the US Census Bureau will release reports on Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance for 2025—foreshadowing rising poverty & further harm to come.
CLASP President Wendy Chun-Hoon details 2025’s systemic failures & what we can expect to see: ow.ly/ATAa50ZHW4k
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Schools should be safe, welcoming places for every student—regardless of immigration status.
CLASP’s Wendy Cervantes joins National PTA to discuss how schools can support immigrant students and families.
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CLASP analysis shows why the Trump Administration has subjected immigrant workers to increased exploitation, wage theft, and threats.
Our brief uplifts immigrant worker voices & centers policy solutions to advance immigrant worker safety and well-being: clasp.org/publications/repor…
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Recent policy shifts have significantly restricted immigrant access to public benefit programs, and those barriers are worsening. CLASP's new report finds that confusion and fear of family separation prevent eligible families from seeking assistance:
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In a recent blog, Diana Rocha explores the history of Indigenous food insecurity and offers suggestions on how the Farm Bill and other policies could advance Tribal food sovereignty.
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