Tag: mutual aid
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We’re standing up for Minnesota: how residents united to confront ICE and defend their communities
Introduction: a community responds to fear and uncertainty Across Minnesota, neighbors who had never met before found common ground in the fear and upheaval that followed ICE operations. The story isn’t just about arrests or checkpoints; it’s about a diverse group of residents choosing to stand up for due process, safety, and belonging for immigrant…
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Nashville Electric Service Accused of Refusing Union Help During Outages
Overview In the midst of a severe winter outage crisis, Nashville Electric Service (NES) is drawing scrutiny after several union members and independent contractors alleged that the utility refused assistance from available linemen. As freezing temperatures linger and more than 100,000 customers remain without power across the Nashville area, questions are mounting about why outside…
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Iranians in New Brunswick Rally Behind Loved Ones Amid Protests and Blackouts
New Brunswick Community Stands in Solidarity In a quiet Canadian province, a wave of solidarity is rising among Iranians who have made New Brunswick their home. As protests swell across Iran and communications blackout limits contact with family members abroad, members of the Iranian diaspora in cities like Moncton and Saint John are organizing gatherings…
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How a Social Media Trend Is Helping Feed Families on SNAP During the Shutdown
How a Social Media Trend Is Supporting SNAP Recipients When a government shutdown paused federal food aid, many families worried about how they would put dinner on the table. In Chicago, Alicia Spradley and countless others found a lifeline not in a pantry line, but in a social media trend that connected neighbors, volunteers, and…