Breaking Through with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner (Powered by MomsRising)

On the radio show this week, we start out discussing upcoming elections, including misinformation and voter suppression; as well as tips to finding joy and power in casting your ballot. After that, we dive into how communities are mobilizing voters around critical issues to help shape a future where every family can thrive. Following that segment, we explore a new policy proposal advocating for universal child care, explaining its benefits for everyone. Finally, we close the show by covering the new open enrollment period for healthcare at HealthCare.gov, emphasizing its importance and how listeners can access coverage. Hannah Fried, All Voting is Local, @HannahKFried @VotingIsLocal, @allvotingislocal; Franco Caliz-Aguilar, Community Change, @CommChangeAct, @commchangeact; Anali Alegria, Child Care for Every Family Network, @CC4EFN, @childcareforeveryfamily.org, @childcareforeveryfamily; Marilyn Cabrera, Young Invincibles, @younginvincibles

On the radio show this week, we start by discussing the critical importance of early voting and how state-level races, especially down-ballot positions, are now the frontlines for protecting civil liberties and fundamental rights. After that, we delve into the vital work of election protection and readiness, ensuring our democratic processes are secure and accessible for all. Next, we examine the integrity of voter registration, exploring issues like voter roll checks and proof-of-citizenship rules, and how to protect eligible voters from disenfranchisement. Finally, we close the show by highlighting how families are mobilizing to ensure their voices are heard at the ballot box, emphasizing the power of collective action in our democracy. Special Guests Deirdre Schifeling, ACLU, @ACLU, @aclu.org, @aclu_nationwide; Alison Hirsh, Protect Democracy, @protectdemocracy.org, @Protectdemocracy; Rebekah Caruthers, Fair Elections Center, @fairelections, @fairelectionscenter; Donna Norton, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder

On the radio show this week, we kick off by discussing why the affordability crisis is profoundly impacting the upcoming elections and what working families need. After that, we get essential information on how to make your voting plan, covering where, when, and why your participation matters. Next, we delve into the importance of dissent in a democracy, reflecting on historical rallies and current perspectives on the midterm elections. Finally, we close the show with new research examining the state of care affordability and access across the country, highlighting its critical link to women's economic justice. Special Guests Maurice Mitchell, Working Families Party, @mauricewfp, @workingfamilies.org; Jeanette Senecal, League of Women Voters, x.com/lwv, instagram.com/leagueofwomenvoters; Joel Payne, MoveOn, @paynedc, @joelpaynesaid; Laura Valle-Gutierrez, The Century Foundation, @TCFdotorg, @tcfdotorg.bsky.social

On the radio show this week, we start by delving into the escalating costs of healthcare, particularly the impact of expiring tax credits on Affordable Care Act premiums and coverage for millions. After that, we highlight Latina Equal Pay Day, exploring the persistent wage gap and its effects on Latina women and their families. Following that segment, we examine the concerning trend of attacks on public health initiatives and the importance of accurate medical information. Finally, we close the show by discussing how cuts to Medicaid are negatively impacting access to essential healthcare services. Special Guests Adam Hoyer, Protect Our Care, @ProtectOurCare, @protectourcare.org, @protect.our.care; Mónica Ramírez, Justice for Migrant Women, @mujerxsrising; Aryn Backus, National Public Health Coalition, n/a, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social, @nationalphc; Joan Alker, Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, @GeorgetownCCF, @georgetownccf.bsky.social, @georgetownccf

On the radio show this week, we start by discussing how essential access to comprehensive reproductive health care is to everyone. After that, we dive into the work of a new support group: Leaving MAGA. Next, we look at the effects of recent harmful SNAP cuts on food assistance and what actions can be taken. Finally, we close the show by examining how federal and state decisions regarding Medicaid cuts are negatively affecting home care for older adults and people with disabilities, and the crucial support needed for family caregivers. Special Guests Juana Rosa Cavero, All Above All, @Allaboveall, @allaboveall.bsky.social, @allaboveall; Julianna Forlano, Leaving MAGA, @leavingMAGA, @LeavingMAGA, @JuliannaForlano; Ty Cox, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, @CenteronBudget, @CenteronBudget.bsky.social; Jaimie Worker, Caring Across Generations, @CaringAcrossGen, @caringacross.org, @caringacrossgen