The Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy is working to build a better future for working people and a more stable economy by fighting for smart policies that lift Granite State families and make our communities stronger.
14 hours 17 min ago —
We’re one of only a few developed countries that doesn’t provide paid leave. It shouldn’t surprise us that people o… https://t.co/Yv6gk1aut5
14 hours 17 min ago —
We’re grateful to have .@MichaelBennet join us in advocating for paid family and medical leave and livable wages… https://t.co/VmduGWhyHj
14 hours 38 min ago —
Access to paid leave would have significantly helped Anna Adams as a new mother. No parent should have to choose be… https://t.co/5zbgCsBUJK
14 hours 50 min ago —
“Caring for a family member is a 24/7 job, and can take quite a toll on the family of caregivers. Paid Family & Med… https://t.co/6XWeHHpGwz
5 days 9 hours ago —
"The U.S. economy would reap more than $500 billion a year if women ages 25 to 54 were part of the workforce at the… https://t.co/D5ZZm1CyDw
6 days 12 hours ago —
We hope you’ll join us Tuesday, December 10 for a roundtable discussion with presidential candidate and U.S. Senato… https://t.co/uUDdajzRnO
2 weeks 6 days ago —
#Paidleave gives families the flexibility to welcome a new child, care for a loved one or enter recovery. Great to… https://t.co/aCktgqfS5b
1 month 2 weeks ago —
The paid leave bill released by @GovChrisSununu would not deliver NH families the benefits they need. Read more fro… https://t.co/HJTmrxP6Ds
2 months 1 week ago —
Glad to see .@alexisohanian advocating for paid family leave. "This shouldn’t be a privilege afforded only to folks… https://t.co/kMYHIMoMkI
2 months 2 weeks ago —
The lack of affordable child care is a significant economic burden for New Hampshire families. Thank you .… https://t.co/9Wjohp37Mj
2 months 3 weeks ago —
Statement from the Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy on the vote to uphold the veto on Senate Bill 1… https://t.co/eswgny0nth
2 months 3 weeks ago —
Disappointed to see the NH Senate fail to overturn the veto on Senate Bill 10 to increase the #minimumwage#nhpolitics
2 months 3 weeks ago —
Have you called your Senator yet to ask them to override @GovChrisSununu's veto of Paid Family and Medical Leave?… https://t.co/RuhAuklJ3T
2 months 3 weeks ago —
RT @NHMedSociety: "As physicians, we see families faced with untenable situations, choosing between their livelihoods and income and… https://t.co/VtCLx7BNox
2 months 3 weeks ago —
“These policies have overwhelming supermajority, bipartisan support among Granite Staters and we’re urging the legi… https://t.co/1VnfFVyTTa
2 months 4 weeks ago —
Paid Family and Medical Leave is better for the economy! "Economists say the virtual absence of support for elderca… https://t.co/2muSMf31IW
4 months 5 days ago —
RT @Diggs4NH: Tick Tock...please call Governor Chris Sununu 👉603.271.2121👈remind him to sign SB10. He has until Friday, August 9t… https://t.co/2jtxokXyIM
4 months 6 days ago —
Call Governor Sununu's office today at 603-271-2121 to ask him to sign #SB10 because New Hampshire families deserve… https://t.co/nUfW5jBSrv
5 months 4 days ago —
.@Govchrissununu auctioned off copies of the family and medical leave bill he vetoed and the flags that flew over t… https://t.co/CH8BEsQnvP
5 months 4 days ago —
Not only did @GovChrisSununu veto this bill, he also has:
1. Called paid leave a vacation on multiple occasions
2.… https://t.co/Ughq1JfhsA
5 months 4 days ago —
3. For the last three years has single-handedly killed bipartisan efforts to create a paid leave policy in New Hamp… https://t.co/gV5l6UQdKt
5 months 4 days ago —
Call Governor Sununu's office today at 603-271-2121 and tell him this type of behavior is unacceptable, New Hampshi… https://t.co/pAZbZ6nfUd
5 months 4 days ago —
.@GovChrisSununu apparently has no shame. In a video just released it showed that on July 4th, instead of celebrati… https://t.co/ZSH9Xc5ECl
5 months 3 weeks ago —
This week we're introducing our new Summer interns to the world! Help us in welcoming Eesa, Aashaya, Grace, and Emm… https://t.co/fu588fK1y7
5 months 4 weeks ago —
Thank you to the legislators who
stopped by our table and showed support for working families and livable wages thi… https://t.co/PynN8fo0dO
5 months 4 weeks ago —
In honor of Father's Day, we recommend "A Modest Proposal for Equalizing the Mental Load" by Jessica Grose, a great… https://t.co/9dkkqq2OkN
6 months 1 day ago —
“We need to keep kids living here so you can grow your economy and create jobs,” Gov. @JayInslee on his experience… https://t.co/BkvcUDFulZ
6 months 1 day ago —
“As an obstetrician, I see paid family leave as absolutely fundamental to a healthy society. It provides the framew… https://t.co/E4KBdQVKyS
6 months 1 day ago —
"Most of the time our family hums along just fine, but during periods of medical crisis my husband and I take turns… https://t.co/UPWTpxtOWj
6 months 1 day ago —
Presidential candidate & Gov. @JayInslee kicking off our roundtable this morning discussing a range of family frien… https://t.co/QAdrQDmDYu
6 months 1 day ago —
Join us for a family friend economy roundtable this morning at 11 AM at the UNH Law School in Concord with Gov.… https://t.co/PjhJgh0U3F
6 months 2 days ago —
Let us know if you'd like to join us tomorrow for a family friendly economy roundtable discussion with presidential… https://t.co/wSS8AEaELu
6 months 6 days ago —
Join us for a Family Friendly Economic issues and policy in New Hampshire with Presidential Candidate and Governor… https://t.co/83dTgz7ebk
6 months 1 week ago —
Excellent! Yesterday the House passed #SB10 the bill to raise the minimum wage in New Hampshire above the federal m… https://t.co/IjP61U1G93
6 months 1 week ago —
RT @DebrasATeam: NH’s minimum wage has been stuck at $7.25 p/h ~ a default to the Federal min wage. No one can live on minimum wage… https://t.co/l6Y7mD1k2S
6 months 1 week ago —
With a shortage of healthcare workers in New Hampshire, we need to support policies that encourage caregivers to li… https://t.co/vxicOkr7f7
6 months 1 week ago —
This is what democracy looks like! Fewer economic barriers for young working parents to run for office = better rep… https://t.co/hRxxzyuXHg
6 months 1 week ago —
In the Laconia Daily Sun, Cindy Butrim talks about how lack of #PaidLeave during a family illness caused hardship o… https://t.co/nV6ZS4uJDt
6 months 1 week ago —
Peter Bartlett in the Concord Monitor keeping Governor Sununu accountable for his veto which is keeping paid family… https://t.co/4KhnsjdquK
6 months 2 weeks ago —
In 2019 alone 22 U.S. states raised their minimum wage. NH is falling badly behind. As this report from NHPR detail… https://t.co/tRtCYdCeaA
6 months 2 weeks ago —
Pam Clark of Westmoreland knows first hand the value of caring for family in times of need, and wants to ensure tha… https://t.co/i2BEUpkzsy
6 months 2 weeks ago —
"My husband had no paternity leave, and we couldn’t afford for him to take off any longer than the two weeks vacati… https://t.co/IGZanklF15
6 months 2 weeks ago —
"Governor Sununu I am totally disappointed in your choice to not think about the working class people in New Hampsh… https://t.co/aQQfJe7fmp
6 months 3 weeks ago —
Families, employees, and children all would benefit from #PaidLeave policy . Anne Grassie of Rochester on why she… https://t.co/dLpFjv5W42
6 months 3 weeks ago —
We’re hiring paid Summer 2019 interns! $15 an hour!
Amazing opportunity for students just getting home from college… https://t.co/wIlIaRweW9
6 months 3 weeks ago —
So great to see Regan featured in this article as she started speaking up to advocate for her son with special need… https://t.co/LMPnEDovGT
6 months 3 weeks ago —
Rev. John Gregory Davis of the Meriden Congregational Church speaking directly to Gov. Sununu, appealing to him to… https://t.co/xSJo7EEjcS
6 months 3 weeks ago —
"It's critical to attracting and retaining the workforce of tomorrow, critical to our caregiving crisis for seniors… https://t.co/p20wuIJUst
6 months 3 weeks ago —
"Working families and small businesses will suffer. Those who need to be cared for will suffer. " Claudia Damon in… https://t.co/uPdALSHGMy
6 months 3 weeks ago —
Ellen Phillips of New Durham has cared for her grandchildren for 10 years, she knows it’s hard to balance family &… https://t.co/tQmrZeIhD7
6 months 4 weeks ago —
Elaine Laurie of New Durham cares deeply about family leave since taking care of her dying sister, and knows first-… https://t.co/niAOzmLWLQ
6 months 4 weeks ago —
Short and to the point, Bernadette Cameron in a Letter to the Editor - @GovChrisSununu doesn't have a plan for… https://t.co/QnUxe3N3Ux
6 months 4 weeks ago —
We agree! Tracy Hanh-Burkett in the Concord Monitor “Gov. Sununu’s delight in tossing aside a carefully crafted mea… https://t.co/KCW8DSoayr
7 months 4 days ago —
"I’m very disturbed that paid leave was veteoed yesterday. I had it easy, and I can’t imagine how some families th… https://t.co/1XWEGFFhaj
7 months 4 days ago —
Shame on @GovChrisSununu instead of keeping his campaign promise he played partisan politics with an important bill… https://t.co/bKe5ZRNqoE
7 months 5 days ago —
Despite widespread support for #paidleave, countless stories from families that have been impacted by the lack of p… https://t.co/78oMaHUAY7
7 months 5 days ago —
For the second term in a row @govchrissununu has killed a bipartisan family and medical leave program. This is a se… https://t.co/kemiIK8loZ
7 months 5 days ago —
Governor Sununu is the one thing standing between the people of New Hampshire and paid family and medical leave. Wi… https://t.co/8jnbWUXPPl
7 months 6 days ago —
For the first time in history a bill to establish family and medical leave insurance has been approved by the New H… https://t.co/cL3ILGIWkT
7 months 2 weeks ago —
This isn't a feel good story. Working people should have access to the benefits they need. This could happen to alm… https://t.co/x1HH9Sr6OZ
7 months 2 weeks ago —
"If it becomes the only New England state whose employers don’t provide paid family leave, the “Help Wanted” signs… https://t.co/Q17XU5s0hS
7 months 2 weeks ago —
2/2 but with low pay she struggles to make ends meet and has no paid sick days.
New Hampshire needs to raise the m… https://t.co/r1zmrgUQDi
7 months 2 weeks ago —
1/2,Thanks to Minata Toure for providing powerful testimony on Senate Bill 10 today.
Her work as a home health car… https://t.co/wA8GEVU2FL
7 months 3 weeks ago —
"The governor has failed to acknowledge the fact that his plan wouldn’t make affordable paid leave benefits availab… https://t.co/YP7DKCXx5X
7 months 3 weeks ago —
Our Day of Action in underway! Remember the time Gov. Sununu called #paidleave a vacation? Here's a video to jog yo… https://t.co/WieRQgMP7p
8 months 1 week ago —
"What made the difference in our lives was our amazing co-workers who pooled their earned time so I could help my d… https://t.co/tzBlvYyAZe
8 months 1 week ago —
Workers shouldn't need to have amazingly generous coworkers or hit the boss lottery to have access to time for care… https://t.co/cnDUwUNmFQ
8 months 1 week ago —
"One of the biggest barriers that I am finding for people getting into recovery is the fear of losing your job."… https://t.co/vV87HXj1TE
8 months 1 week ago —
"These patients are at an extremely high risk of being out of work for a long period of time." Dr. Angela Shepard,… https://t.co/1Y7jN9aQaQ
8 months 1 week ago —
"When our oldest daughter was born we knew we were on a different trajectory." Sarah Sadowski sharing how her famil… https://t.co/6cUiRiY2Lv
8 months 1 week ago —
Remember to join us at 10 AM today at the Laconia Public Library for a roundtable discussion on paid leave with US… https://t.co/rjwCplseEe
8 months 1 week ago —
"Today one man in NH, @GovChrisSununu, can stop these policies from becoming a reality. Do not veto this bill!" -… https://t.co/jAD2iBfc6v
8 months 1 week ago —
If we can eradicate economic injustice many other forms of injustice would be alleviated. - Rev. Eric Jackson… https://t.co/jlvBE9bPOw
8 months 1 week ago —
RT @NPWF: Congratulations, New Hampshire, on moving one step closer to becoming the seventh state to enact a strong, inclusiv… https://t.co/TNrZ46Md0c
8 months 1 week ago —
In fact over 150 unpaid volunteers showed up to share their personal & tragic stories of caring for themselves and… https://t.co/A5tUDayEbB
8 months 2 weeks ago —
“You are shooting an arrow into the hearts of families impacted by disability,” speaker Lisa Beaudoin speaking dire… https://t.co/AhIii634LZ
8 months 2 weeks ago —
Already an overflow crowd here at the Capitol, get here and let @govsununu know NH Families urge him to sign the pa… https://t.co/ROWgRHzTqU
8 months 2 weeks ago —
Gearing up for the Rally for Paid Family Leave at the Legislative Office Building to urge @govsununu to sign #SB1 a… https://t.co/2MmEkqHjts
8 months 2 weeks ago —
Granite Staters do deserve paid leave and if you want to make your voice heard join us TOMORROW at 11:30 in the Leg… https://t.co/4ZonQb5OAB
8 months 3 weeks ago —
The @NHHouseofReps passes paid family and medical leave insurance, SB1, 219-142!!! This is the first time in… https://t.co/on1vkCD8QC
8 months 3 weeks ago —
Thank you for sharing your story @mannyfornh. We agree that New Hampshire lawmakers should pass paid family and med… https://t.co/qJG4YYLAQn
8 months 3 weeks ago —
“I believe we need to be unabashed in common investment.” @JulianCastro speaking on the need for backing on program… https://t.co/kPEragISLX
9 months 4 days ago —
It was a pleasure to talk with employees of Toadstool Bookshop in Keene! They were pleased to hear #paidleave would… https://t.co/xZe7xd5JUU
9 months 4 days ago —
"We want to create a community here that is healthy, feels supported and has access to these benefits." Danya Landi… https://t.co/p4OO3gqP40
9 months 4 days ago —
Kicking off our #paidleave business tour in Keene today at Machina Arts. Machina Arts has been promoting local arti… https://t.co/4WbtqESw7j
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“We listened to HOURS of testimony from your constituents, many of them young proffesionals, pleading with us to pa… https://t.co/9kMbdE0u77
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“After going through what I did, taking care of my child through a medical issue I opened my own trucking business.… https://t.co/yB4Ox6sMT0
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“2yrs ago my comfy middle class life came to a halt; my husband had a heart attack. We were lucky bc I was working,… https://t.co/YSP8qZSIyk
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“SB 1 will reduce the demoralizing conflicts our employers and employees currently face. SB1 would be a wise invest… https://t.co/DWbcSuocOF
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“NH should be a state that young people across the country want to move to, because there are great business opport… https://t.co/oXxINCvs6X
9 months 2 weeks ago —
“At a childcare facility, no child or family is a statistic. There are no anecdotal stories. Anything that could ha… https://t.co/EMreWE8YX6
9 months 2 weeks ago —
The conversation around #paidleave has shifted from IF to HOW. Nobody is more responsible for that change than fmr.… https://t.co/Y9TGVEQWoz
9 months 2 weeks ago —
Small business is at a disadvantage in attracting the workforce of tomorrow. This is something young families want.… https://t.co/XLcL3WlL62
9 months 4 weeks ago —
🎉🎉 Senate Bill 1 just passed the @TheNHSenate! 🎉🎉 There is still a lot of work to do but this vote reaffirms Granit… https://t.co/ED515pnPDm
9 months 4 weeks ago —
Thank you @DanFeltesNH for being a champion for working Granite Staters. Paid family and medical leave insurance… https://t.co/lS94Ap0GBM
9 months 4 weeks ago —
4. How would part time and seasonal workers patch together benefits across multiple employers? #nhpolitics#paidleave
9 months 4 weeks ago —
5. Does the Governor have any actuarial analysis indicating what this would cost? #nhpolitics#paidleave
9 months 4 weeks ago —
6. Does the Governor still support job protection for people who take advantage of paid leave benefits? #nhpolitics#paidleave
9 months 4 weeks ago —
1. Does his proposal punish small employers and individuals whose employers don’t offer paid leave benefits with hi… https://t.co/9DhQOxUpCU
9 months 4 weeks ago —
2. Would individuals be guaranteed access to this benefit? Would individuals with pre-existing conditions, making t… https://t.co/lGR2zvFCCC
9 months 4 weeks ago —
3. Would the Governor’s proposal lead to continued disparity, with those who most need paid leave remaining least l… https://t.co/d7ID7YgiuS
9 months 4 weeks ago —
Glad we have moved the conversation to HOW to provide family and medical leave for Granite Staters. We are interest… https://t.co/5Ur7G55e7X
10 months 2 days ago —
"The employees most in need of support - vulnerable hourly-wage workers - are the ones least likely to enjoy any wo… https://t.co/wtLvT6IqCh
10 months 5 days ago —
“Paid family and medical leave is all about finances security...it’s about having a safety net you can rely on.” -… https://t.co/Cx7FWNbjE3
10 months 1 week ago —
“3 out of 4 caregivers say they've had to make at least one modification or adjustment to their work schedules to p… https://t.co/ImYdI6ziKZ
10 months 1 week ago —
"The 12 weeks this program would allow wouldn’t have fixed everything. My brother might not still be alive, my pare… https://t.co/PXxDyGZBDX
10 months 1 week ago —
"We are all just one crisis away from losing economic stability. Most of the time it is something temporary and man… https://t.co/1b7cl92guo
10 months 1 week ago —
"Babies who experience the toxic stress of neglect in the first few months of their lives -- simple acts like cuddl… https://t.co/QikBgrIagr
10 months 1 week ago —
"We talk to employers all the time about how important these benefits are for their workers and businesses. For the… https://t.co/dGJoKRqAxO
10 months 1 week ago —
. @GriffinSW “Without young people our economy will suffer. Paid leave will influence young people looking to start… https://t.co/bjmszcPSHI
10 months 1 week ago —
“I began to call out of work to get my husband into rehab, sit with him while he detoxed and take care of our child… https://t.co/Gz0H9IWl3I
10 months 1 week ago —
"If we were to pay for this for our employees and any additional admin cost, it would pay for itself in employee at… https://t.co/QuX1NqM2yF
10 months 1 week ago —
"The estimated cost of employee turnover is, on the low end, 10% of their annual salary -- the high end is 500%." -… https://t.co/jT2WHGTAug
10 months 1 week ago —
“I had promising opportunities but had to seek medical treatment and lost all stability. It is demoralizing. This b… https://t.co/9eaDu8qxjx
10 months 1 week ago —
"I was in college when my mom was diagnosed with cancer. I took that semester off to care for her. She died that su… https://t.co/rMA4vf9D17
10 months 1 week ago —
Matthew W., a senior at Spaulding High in Rochester, urging the House Labor committee to support HB 712 #paidleave… https://t.co/kU9Wuc3oqT
10 months 1 week ago —
"We value work. We value family. We should value a proposition where we don’t have to choose between the two." -… https://t.co/CDfcrKEUiw
10 months 1 week ago —
"Many states around us either have this or are working to pass this. If you’re a young family and you’re choosing b… https://t.co/P7FDOQbrgi
10 months 1 week ago —
"Paid Family & Medical Leave is a missing piece of our social safety net." Listen (at 22 mins in) to CFFE's Campaig… https://t.co/2VZyN2zZjb
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“It’s the proper and right role of the government to make sure that there is dignity in work, and dignity for worki… https://t.co/3h1URalbfk
10 months 2 weeks ago —
SB1 would help New Hampshire workers in all ages and stages of life. Glad to hear supportive testimony from… https://t.co/jiR8RuF1Dc
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"I’m a young NH native. I've left and came back many times. I want to stay because I love this state and my family… https://t.co/DqxK5SMWEz
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“I thought we wanted kids soon. Then we did the math. I could add 4wks of combined vaca+sick time to ST disability… https://t.co/nabx2wmD8E
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“I’ve spoken to parents who had jobs but couldn’t take their kids to treatment because of the lack of employer flex… https://t.co/Wn6x1EuH5G
10 months 2 weeks ago —
Jennifer Frizzell from the @NHWomensFndn brings up the point: Women in NH are far less likely than men to have acce… https://t.co/eCZdujBNRf
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"This is the bare minimum we can do for N.H. families." @jalfordteaster urging our legislators to support… https://t.co/kdAHqMJAZ8
10 months 2 weeks ago —
Dr. Oge Young says that Russia, Japan, China, France all provide #paidleave. Time for NH to catch up. #cffe… https://t.co/NRZkUCSz6y
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"We're happy to provide this benefit but there are costs associated with that. Not every organization is able to. I… https://t.co/j3Nf85ZtRm
10 months 2 weeks ago —
Jenny with her very tired son Sammy talking about how great it was to have her husband home after the birth of her… https://t.co/BUivBb8T18
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"Like unemployment compensation as well as Social Security and Medicare, #PFML is a social insurance program. It wo… https://t.co/nhg09ZUxZc
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"Families should not have to depend on luck. Events happen in our lives that we have no control over. One thing we… https://t.co/tlPKiAbJPK
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“By age 45 we had just finished paying off our student loans and had no savings” - Gaye from Gilford. 40% of famil… https://t.co/Vf7GHwoyiF
10 months 2 weeks ago —
Great testimony so far for SB 1, everyone looking for solutions. Spokesman from Granite State Taxpayers Association… https://t.co/PH2cDuvjXi
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"A majority of residents in New Hampshire over 40 years old support #paidleave strongly or somewhat. Support is hig… https://t.co/SOP46Is8lb
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“There are 25 states that have introduced legislation. NH is at particular risk because it will be an island withou… https://t.co/0PNN1fdwg7
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“I am so proud to have been sent by my company to speak in favor of this,” from a representative from. #paidleave… https://t.co/s444onjZ4P
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“This legislation would help in three ways: our employees, the families we serve, and the bottom line of our work.”… https://t.co/KuPj8XfVcR
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"Young people aren't staying in NH because we can go to other states with policies that make it easier for us to st… https://t.co/QGa0LSdzfw
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“If my colleague had #PFML, she’d have been able to care for her parent without foregoing an entire paycheck or ris… https://t.co/zYY5SUsXr3
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“...afford it. Instead, our staff covered her shifts after her sick days were used, working overtime so that she wo… https://t.co/wbt4H1edoP
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"One of my colleague’s parents recently passed away. My colleague wanted to provide end-of-life care for them, but… https://t.co/ZwnfrAOW0X
10 months 2 weeks ago —
“In our changing economy, where we have two working parents, there is a greater critical need for #paidleave.” Sen.… https://t.co/tChhBsouNy
10 months 2 weeks ago —
"We value both work and family, and we should value a proposition so we don’t have to choose between the two if at… https://t.co/0fsbLDoRqC
10 months 2 weeks ago —
REMINDER: Friends, the hearing on #PaidLeave#SB1 is TOMORROW in State House RM100 at 1:00pm. Come show our legisla… https://t.co/oicOEz3lMH
10 months 3 weeks ago —
@MichelleStJoh20 is one of many new legislators fighting for Granite State families because she understands the car… https://t.co/2fDFVr0rvJ
10 months 3 weeks ago —
We’re really pleased we have shifted the debate from whether NH families need access to #PFML to how to get it done… https://t.co/Op17zVaOqg
10 months 4 weeks ago —
Advocates to @GovChrisSununu : Get serious about a real plan on Family and Medical Leave Insurance for New Hampshir… https://t.co/1mbd47nNWX
10 months 4 weeks ago —
This seems like an idea rather than a plan. Hoping @GovChrisSununu will roll up his sleeves and work with NH lawmak… https://t.co/sOVDzPsNE5
10 months 4 weeks ago —
How will job protection be enforced? How does this affect part time and seasonal employees who work for multiple em… https://t.co/BwQJT3W0SP
10 months 4 weeks ago —
Devil is in the details we have lots of questions: How will the Gov pay for state employees? What will the program… https://t.co/ev6Fueoqv9
10 months 4 weeks ago —
"While all caregivers are honored to be there for the ones they love, the job is overwhelming...We shouldn't have t… https://t.co/8l8CaPaKEx
11 months 16 hours ago —
Jay a business owner in Dover called into @NHPRExchange to say we should treat employees as investments. We agree!… https://t.co/06PAGo1lkc
11 months 4 days ago —
"A slow moving accident” for our economy, low wages and record student debt leading millennials, more than any othe… https://t.co/TAyaVnR1QV
12 months 1 day ago —
Th economic value of unpaid caregiving in New Hampshire is $2.33 billion. Currently, that is almost entirely experi… https://t.co/3aZjM2cVlh
12 months 1 day ago —
“This is something we can do. There are models that work.” — Amanda Sears welcomes over 40 state legislators to a b… https://t.co/1TzeW5Pfez
1 year 1 day ago —
While Congress failed to pass #paidleave this year, 5 million more workers got more. Still, 83% of workers don't ha… https://t.co/fFkkgnqcsL
1 year 1 week ago —
RT @SenatorHassan: New research shows that the pay gap is even worse than previously thought. We must keep working to ensure equal pay… https://t.co/UAZCC4w7bc
1 year 1 week ago —
When we stand together, we make change happen. Before the next legislative session, join us to urge lawmakers to bu… https://t.co/bu5fWIba9O
1 year 2 weeks ago —
Wishing you all a happy and healthy Thanksgiving and holiday season with your loved ones!
1 year 2 weeks ago —
As we take stock of what we're grateful for this holiday season, we thank bipartisan legislators working to lift fa… https://t.co/wYdDAUmwTD
1 year 3 weeks ago —
Hard working Granite Staters deserve a #livingwage! #NH is 1 of 14 states that has a minimum wage tied to the feder… https://t.co/DwNt54vA2D
1 year 4 weeks ago —
While we honor veterans on #VeteransDay, we must do more than symbolic gestures to support veterans & their familie… https://t.co/aXjrsj7SdT
1 year 1 month ago —
We look forward to working with the new #NH legislature on policies to strengthen a family friendly economy in New… https://t.co/NH70gaw7cy
1 year 1 month ago —
Happy Election Day, New Hampshire! Please make sure you know your polling location and hours and have a plan to vot… https://t.co/0nbdlqShWr
1 year 1 month ago —
Days before the election it may seem that America is more divided than ever but there is one truly bipartisan issue… https://t.co/YjRevvXj83
1 year 1 month ago —
RT @VShabo: It's exciting to see #NH voters and candidates give #paidleave the attention it deserves -- and now it's time to s… https://t.co/wDqBIeaV7p
1 year 1 month ago —
We are one week away from the November 6 General Election. Please make sure you know your polling place and time an… https://t.co/IiJJ3awRZX
1 year 1 month ago —
We've heard stories from many NH people illustrating why paid leave to care for a dying spouse, seek addiction reco… https://t.co/3NEOyfbyW9
1 year 1 month ago —
@TomShermanNH Thank you for joining us!
1 year 1 month ago —
@daninnis Thank you for joining us!
1 year 1 month ago —
RT @daninnis: Had a thoughtful discussion this afternoon with Family Friendly Economy in Rye on how we can best be there for our… https://t.co/47NsSS49EQ
1 year 1 month ago —
Thanks to everyone who joined us last night for our Rye Family and Medical Leave Roundtable w/ @daninnis and… https://t.co/8eJx8690ee
1 year 1 month ago —
As this @amprog fact sheet illustrates, #NH women need policies that ensure economic security and prosperity - like… https://t.co/nVHIdoav8R
1 year 1 month ago —
The majority of #NH workers lack access to #paidleave. Ensuring Granite Staters aren't forced to choose btw financi… https://t.co/OV3Uc2ds8E
1 year 1 month ago —
More than 200,000 #NH workers do not have access to paid sick days—that’s almost 40% of all workers in our state. S… https://t.co/zmxTu54ISH
1 year 2 months ago —
Almost half of #NH renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. As part of our state's effort to address… https://t.co/5niuWzTH0O
1 year 2 months ago —
Election Day is November 6! It can be challenging for family caregivers and the loved ones they care for to get to… https://t.co/vlf6Wgv2Dp
1 year 2 months ago —
RT @cdallesandro: Today NH advocates laid out a framework for Paid Family Leave in NH - We are not asking for your support - now we a… https://t.co/mvlPgNPj4h
1 year 2 months ago —
“Paid family and medical leave strengthens businesss big and small by supporting the economy’s most valuable asset… https://t.co/3MHrtj3eks
1 year 2 months ago —
“We support #paidleave because no one should have to choose between financial security and caring for a loved one,”… https://t.co/sojSkGS2iM
1 year 2 months ago —
Our principles for #paidleave:
Everyone has access; Benefits cover care of one’s self and one’s family; Premiums a… https://t.co/Z9wq5KnTRD
1 year 2 months ago —
More than 2/3 of #NH workers lack access to #paidleave. We can do better! Tune in to a live press conference w/ adv… https://t.co/QFGbuD3Jld
1 year 2 months ago —
New Hampshire's economy should work for working families, not just the wealthy - and that means living wages for al… https://t.co/HQkGPWPvo5
1 year 2 months ago —
Annual child care costs in #NH average $21,522. It shouldn't be so expensive to live and raise a family in the Gran… https://t.co/r7Z3vph0UK
1 year 2 months ago —
Study finds more baby boomers are putting off retirement.
“Not only do people want to work longer, a lot of peopl… https://t.co/o9lOwHAZrw
1 year 3 months ago —
Today is the #NH State Primary. Every opportunity to vote is an opportunity for you to voice your values. If you ha… https://t.co/Enh94n8Wqt
1 year 3 months ago —
Our big heartfelt appreciation to Representative Stuart Gile for her lifetime of advocacy for New Hampshire childre… https://t.co/kER3XOOaOg
1 year 3 months ago —
"If breast is best, then we, as a society, need policies and accommodations to fully support nursing mothers." https://t.co/I6PvmSH8DC
1 year 3 months ago —
ICYMI: Last week @GovChrisSununu referred to paid family and medical leave as "vacation". If you haven't yet, join… https://t.co/76WFpxhPpW
1 year 3 months ago —
We all want to be there for our loved ones when they need our support, but Granite Staters want @GovChrisSununu to… https://t.co/gnMWvhIMpY
1 year 3 months ago —
Increased access to quality, affordable child care is critical to helping today’s economy and workforce. A new… https://t.co/WK0Z4sMdyM
1 year 3 months ago —
Increased access to quality, affordable child care is critical to helping today’s economy & workforce. A new @UofNH… https://t.co/yKjOdu7umW
1 year 3 months ago —
For many families, having paid family and medical leave makes all the difference - but it's never easy. So why did… https://t.co/40R6aSHOVI
1 year 3 months ago —
RT @LWMcV: My husband fought advanced prostate cancer for four years. We were lucky enough to have resources which allowed me… https://t.co/oid6wwEmDu
1 year 3 months ago —
A 3-year struggle to get her son's ADHD under control caused Mica to lose her job and led to a year of homelessness… https://t.co/NOAyaqa3dc
1 year 3 months ago —
RT @DebrasATeam: My cancer treatments (surgery, chemo therapy & radiation) had me bedridden and in isolation. My husband juggled car… https://t.co/mZeV0W5xhz
1 year 3 months ago —
Kurt's employer didn't offer paid leave at a time he needed it most. Instead, he relied on family to provide end of… https://t.co/jd5dM7eiUs
1 year 3 months ago —
If you've taken time to care for a loved one you know that caregiving is the hardest job on earth. That’s why it's… https://t.co/smwMe8YyTT
1 year 3 months ago —
Just like health and unemployment insurance, FMLI works by individuals collectively paying in and using their benef… https://t.co/lAbnmruuF0
1 year 5 months ago —
Did you know? Infant mortality rates decrease by as much as 10% and overall pediatric health improves when parents… https://t.co/HnHj72kYdr
1 year 5 months ago —
When new parents are able to take #paidleave they’re more likely to return to work after having children especially… https://t.co/JNZIaLFTfJ
1 year 7 months ago —
"We’re not going away and we’re not giving up." - Amanda Sears, Director of the Campaign for a Family Friendly Econ… https://t.co/x62HQ8Yjyt
1 year 7 months ago —
@DanFeltesNH reads a story from Kurt Sundtrom about his wife’s final months of life after a diagnosis of brain canc… https://t.co/ElM0cwaGVG
1 year 7 months ago —
RT @KMontgomeryNH: It’s clear that NH needs paid family leave - it’s good for the economy, good for families, and helps attract young… https://t.co/nJUF8P3R9a
1 year 7 months ago —
RT @RightsNH: Dr Susan Strahosky tells Sen Carson of Londonderry "20 years seems long enough to study almost anything" and urges… https://t.co/kVvhG5AuCs
1 year 7 months ago —
Dr. Susan Strahosky talking to @GovChrisSununu staff about how family and medical leave has been studied for 20 yea… https://t.co/wWzFC8eB5E
1 year 7 months ago —
RT @cjjacobsen16: Advocates are throughout the halls of the NH State House delivering - New Hampshire Voices on Paid Family and Medic… https://t.co/IRhGS0a28e
1 year 7 months ago —
Our legislatures know paid leave is important, they have been saying that for 20 years while this bill continues to… https://t.co/XyUykM2G97
1 year 7 months ago —
“Lawmakers come into my recovery center asking ‘What can we do? What’s the solution?’ This is a solution” - Nikki C… https://t.co/vP4TgX99AY
1 year 7 months ago —
Val Zanchuk talks about his company being too small to purchase #paidleave from a private provider. His employees a… https://t.co/yuPp9Tsgqr
1 year 7 months ago —
“Our utilities were shut off, our arms were bare and our refrigerator was empty. We still were not able to give our… https://t.co/6nRF4hvVvR
1 year 7 months ago —
We are about to start a press conference releasing a collection of stories from granite staters - New Hampshire Voi… https://t.co/ziYSsdYNcB
1 year 7 months ago —
Here is an example of an important shift: we made these changes at the recommendation of NHDES and @GovChrisSununu… https://t.co/56lOP6Sfsx
1 year 7 months ago —
We’ve worked with legislators from both parties, the Gov’s office, advocates, businesses and families to pass… https://t.co/C2iVXvAN03
1 year 7 months ago —
New Hampshire families need action and leadership to pave the way for financial security, we can't let this bi-part… https://t.co/ZHuYMfcWxk
1 year 7 months ago —
It is important to not lose sight of the reason #paidleave is so important. Across New Hampshire people are forced… https://t.co/gwdGlkWtyz
1 year 7 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu after supporting HB 628 for 2 years suddenly cries Income Tax! (capitalized, multiple times so no… https://t.co/dERqwYtnqN
1 year 7 months ago —
Instead of following his own advice "to roll up your sleeves and lead by example" @GovChrisSununu has been a no-sho… https://t.co/Pxrq067prp
1 year 7 months ago —
During his campaign @GovChrisSununu promised voters he would support family and medical leave insurance. Instead, h… https://t.co/FVYMUkHrEz
1 year 7 months ago —
After 3 years and $176,000 dollars of taxpayer money spent on research @Morse4Senate isn't ready for the test and… https://t.co/RP053k9NfT
1 year 8 months ago —
“This legislation fills the gap so that when working people need to take time off to care for a family member they… https://t.co/cJwmITTCup
1 year 8 months ago —
“I think that offering this type of product....opens the opportunity for a more productive and healthy workforce” R… https://t.co/XnJ5D2ooft
1 year 8 months ago —
An overflow of supporters wait outside of room 103 in the State House as #paidleave is heard by Senate Finance.… https://t.co/1biy0NNYig
1 year 8 months ago —
RT @s_sadowski: Such a great crew here in support of #HB628! It’s time NH establishes access to paid family and medical leave insur… https://t.co/vfnzys9l97
1 year 8 months ago —
Rep. Gile, a champion of NH families speaks against FAKE family and medical leave and in support of the bill as it… https://t.co/ROLI9GecuR
1 year 8 months ago —
Today, the NH House will be taking up #HB628. After substantial last minute changes by House Finance the family lea… https://t.co/IyyChnOtA9
1 year 9 months ago —
Rep. Ober has said she has an amendment with big changes to #hb628. Unfortunately for NH families no one has had th… https://t.co/ms6Z7iWy4Y
1 year 9 months ago —
Great to see advocates out in support of #paidleave!! House Bill 628 has its second work session in Finance today.… https://t.co/l8yJ8tNK3s
1 year 10 months ago —
The paid family & medical leave bill passes 186-164 with a strong bipartisan support. New Hampshire families need a… https://t.co/YlL9d2OLTp
1 year 10 months ago —
RT @NPWF: #Paidleavemeans being able to take time away from work to care for your health and family without worrying about lo… https://t.co/4iST7CP1Y1
1 year 10 months ago —
Glad to see the Concord Monitor editorializing in support of the family and medical leave insurance bill, HB628!… https://t.co/B3WBGjh8EY
1 year 10 months ago —
Today’s economy, with many two-income families, a deepening opioid crisis, increasing responsibility for care of ag… https://t.co/eKti23cWdZ
1 year 10 months ago —
California’s paid family leave insurance policy has shown to decrease shaken baby syndrome and other head injuries… https://t.co/Q9Sf02wYVE
1 year 10 months ago —
Over 100 Granite State businesses have shown support for #HB628 to establish #PaidLeave
1 year 11 months ago —
In case you missed it, here is today’s discussion on @NHPRExchange Exchange on House Bill 628 to establish a family… https://t.co/mrZb2vHGNw
1 year 11 months ago —
#paidleave isn't just for mothers, as outlined by Carlotta in Fitzwilliam, it is also imperative for a state facing… https://t.co/syAQ4UQAV3
1 year 11 months ago —
Matt Trahan from Sap House Meadery in Ossipee shares his thoughts on #paidleave and how it would help attract and r… https://t.co/2LoEUni8TV
1 year 11 months ago —
"We had our utilities shut off and we couldn't afford a funeral for our second son."-Nancy from Manchester shares h… https://t.co/kbwXps3v1d
1 year 11 months ago —
Family and medical leave insurance being discussed now on @NHPRExchange. Tune in now to learn about this important… https://t.co/zayTJvAV8A
1 year 11 months ago —
Join us for a Telephone-Town Hall this Thursday, January 11th at 8:00pm to get an update on Family & Medical Leave… https://t.co/V18bspw2Zw
1 year 11 months ago —
House Bill 628 passes 183-151 with a strong bipartisan support. New Hampshire families need and want paid leave! #paidleave#nhpolitics
1 year 11 months ago —
RT @s_sadowski: At the statehouse bright and early with this great group of folks working to promote access to paid medical leave i… https://t.co/5c55PJqnUy
1 year 11 months ago —
"Creating a family and medical leave insurance system would ensure workers the benefits they need and help business… https://t.co/1Ty1Y7op21
1 year 11 months ago —
#Paidleave is a great opportunity to attract and retain a younger demographic of workers back to the Granite State… https://t.co/sotORjaRqg
1 year 11 months ago —
Over 100 New Hampshire businesses support NH bill #HB628 to create Family & Medical Leave Insurance #paidleave#NHbusinesses
1 year 12 months ago —
Having access to paid leave helps cancer patients improve their ability to receive and complete necessary treatment… https://t.co/BYowsvdoK2
2 years 1 week ago —
"We went from having a little bit of money in the bank to, when she went on leave with him, living paycheck to payc… https://t.co/MiO0HpSXol
2 years 1 week ago —
4 in 5 adults with a disability say they have no rainy day fund. @tjsutcliffe#paidleave
2 years 1 week ago —
RT @ablenh1: Amazing bi-partisan effort to educate on the importance of Paid Family & Medical Leave. Nicely done @FamilyEconomyNH, @NHCDD & many others.
2 years 1 week ago —
Caregivers spend average 24 hrs/week providing care to child, adult or senior. Nearly 1 in 4 spend 40+ hrs/week.… https://t.co/CHXT9JwwdA
2 years 1 week ago —
Over 1 in 4 families/34 million households include a child, adult, or senior with disability @tjsutcliffe… https://t.co/1gbl9xHWMo
2 years 1 week ago —
Good economic payoffs to businesses and employees offering access to paid leave when families need it @aparnamath#paidleave#NHpolitics
2 years 1 week ago —
U.S. is the only advanced economy that does not have a federal policy on #paidleave, despite increasing interest at… https://t.co/3cyVPckNvk
2 years 1 month ago —
House Labor votes HB628 ought to pass as amended with a strong bipartisan vote of 13-6! #paidleave#nhpolitics
2 years 1 month ago —
In the state of California there has been a 14% increase in labor force participation since paid family leave was enacted. #paidleave
2 years 1 month ago —
Paid leave "is a socially just, moral imperative that should move right now." - Rep. Phil Bean #nhpolitics
2 years 1 month ago —
Rep. Ley - "Young people are walking from New Hampshire." HB 628 is one method of bringing them back and keeping them here. #paidleave
2 years 1 month ago —
Rep. Morrison moves to adopt amendment clarifying opt-out procedure for HB628. #nhpolitics
2 years 1 month ago —
Workers shouldn't have to choose between putting food on the table and providing care for a family member in need. #paidleave#nhpolitics
2 years 1 month ago —
New Hampshire House Labor getting ready to vote on HB628 to establish family and medical leave insurance! #NHPolitics
2 years 2 months ago —
Thanks for the shoutout for NHs paid leave bill #WBC2017 NHWF, sign the family med leave insurance petition at https://t.co/wOwTnMTcAK
2 years 2 months ago —
Excellent news in NH today, family & medical leave insurance bill gets 5-0 vote in support from subcommittee! https://t.co/wOwTnMTcAK
2 years 5 months ago —
Great news out of Washington! Legislature passes bipartisan paid family and medical leave bill https://t.co/mWf6BuXOqY
2 years 5 months ago —
RT @NEANHVotes: Open Letter to NH Senators and Representatives: Every child deserves full day kindergarten https://t.co/K05S4fJSVP
2 years 6 months ago —
In today’s economy, American workers need paid leave and affordable child care to help make ends meet #nhpoliticshttps://t.co/FnDtPoKTM8
2 years 6 months ago —
Paid maternity leave is only the beginning for addressing the challenges that face working mothers https://t.co/2uxWHOsMJf
2 years 6 months ago —
Happening now: debate on full day kindergarten in the NH house. A policy that's good for kids and families across the state #NHpolitics
2 years 6 months ago —
The benefits are clear, but just how much of a positive difference #paidleave makes may surprise you https://t.co/OWKyUSiiu0
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @ReachHigherNH: Val Zanchuk, @BIAofNH Prez, says workforce development is THE key issue in NH right now, including readiness of grads #NHpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
Our Director Amanda Sears now makes the case for full-adequacy funding of #FullDayKhttps://t.co/KdJKjiN2YZ
2 years 7 months ago —
Nashua Mayor Donchess: "I would urge in the name...of our economy & our future...you pass the fully funded version… https://t.co/rCpGz4VvRD
2 years 7 months ago —
Bradley: "I think given some of the constraints of putting the budget together...$9 million/year" is better than $14 million/yr #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
"This is a local choice bill, where you have a choice as a community to decide" Rep Ladd on #FullDayK bill… https://t.co/DVnI0uwoGo
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @nfkidscount: Rep. Wolfe (Bedford) reminds chamber: full-day K bill does not mandate. It allows communities to decide. #localcontrol#nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
House votes down amendment to delay, moves to vote on full day k on original timeline #NHpoliticshttps://t.co/sRaPdiFTbM
2 years 7 months ago —
Cady from the Merrimack Y shares how childcare with financial assistance has helped families at her center move up… https://t.co/vwJweOpW5r
2 years 7 months ago —
"In NH and across the country, full day kindergarten helps create positive outcomes later in life" -Lindsay,… https://t.co/rbztVlKLby
2 years 7 months ago —
Julie Day shares how the alcohol fund can help with evidence based prevention services, which save money in the lon… https://t.co/ESRtKBBTTl
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @NewFuturesNH: Jim, member of Smart Start NH testifies on importance of quality affordable child care which is proven to assist w/ early intervention
2 years 7 months ago —
"At the Concord YMCA, we serve 450 children and 40% receive assistance which allows their parents to go to work" -J… https://t.co/dSPMC0sRfl
2 years 7 months ago —
Packed house here at the Senate budget hearing! Full of supporters of affordable child care, full day K, and the al… https://t.co/hC9h31wTP7
2 years 7 months ago —
Tell NH lawmakers to ensure every $ of proposed child care funding is in the final state budget. Sign our petition:… https://t.co/iykau4SLBd
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @nfkidscount: Amanda Sears shares letter from @JimDonchess in support of #FullDayK: "Half-day K puts parents and our workforce at a disadvantage too"
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @nfkidscount: Jackie Cowell, ELNH, supports #SB191, for child dev. & helping give children essential life skills that our… https://t.co/rLv6nCUafD
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @nfkidscount: Steve Barba --> "Lets support our current citizens and attract others by supporting #FullDayK" #SB191#nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
Rep. Connie Van Houten: "I can't tell you what I had for breakfast yesterday, but I can tell you the name of my kindergarten teacher."
2 years 7 months ago —
Rep. Connie Van Houten: "State law does recognize the value of full-day kindergarten, however state funding only covers half." #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
Rep. Connie Van Houten is now speaking in support of #SB191: this is one of the greatest investments we can possibl… https://t.co/N9EHVMDlIU
2 years 7 months ago —
.@SenJeb: #SB191 is affordable, it's targeted, we can do it...it's about the foundation we lay for our kids to succeed #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
.@SenJeb: the art of the possible is what makes #SB191 possible and worthy of your consideration #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
.@SenJeb: I would have wished 40 years ago that my 4 kids would have had full-day kindergarten #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @cdallesandro: Strong bipartisan support for #FullDayK. Many testifying in support!!! It is time!
2 years 7 months ago —
RT @kronayne: Not often you see a Democrat like David Watters and a Republican like Chris Sununu on same page. Happening today on full-day K #nhpolitics
2 years 7 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu: Either you pay for it now or you pay 10x later...we have to take care of today's issues so they don't compound themselves
2 years 7 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu: Are we doing everything we can to drive a successful workforce into New Hampshire? #nhpolitics#FullDayK
2 years 7 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu has just entered to testify in support of SB 191 to fund full-day kindergarten in our state.… https://t.co/MRoKc37LGz
2 years 8 months ago —
New Hampshire needs Full-Day K!
Join us on 4/18 for a House Education Cmmte hearing on a bill to fund Full-Day K… https://t.co/K4yZoYCJHF
2 years 8 months ago —
Like an estimated 1/4 of working mothers in the United States, Warren will return to work <2 weeks after childbirth https://t.co/3j0guCGJSr
2 years 8 months ago —
RT @kronayne: Wow: House votes 243-103 to adjourn without a budget.#nhpolitics
2 years 8 months ago —
We're in Concord rallying for full-funding of quality, affordable child care, full-day K, & the Alcohol Fund in the… https://t.co/2D9DiXsW3p
2 years 8 months ago —
Join us on Thursday to rally for full-funding of the Alcohol Fund, Full-Day K, & Affordable Child Care. #nhpolitics… https://t.co/hTHiiM0ZPq
2 years 8 months ago —
Don't miss out! Dial-in now to (603) 565-2766. Get the info you need to ensure the Alcohol Fund & Full-Day K are fu… https://t.co/s8xQ9ZxoYD
2 years 8 months ago —
TODAY, 10AM: Call (603) 565-2766 (no pin needed) to join fmr Speaker @TerieNorelli and other advocacy leaders for o… https://t.co/Q4GqJ3LDSH
2 years 8 months ago —
TOMORROW 10AM: hear from fmr Speaker @TerieNorelli & other advocates on the impact you can make on the state budget… https://t.co/HkhuIGosYB
2 years 8 months ago —
RT @joshrogersNHPR: "It's embarrassing," Sununu on NH's lack of full day kindergarten, "we are behind the times." https://t.co/oil4bH1mbp
2 years 8 months ago —
What you need to ensure the alcohol fund, full-day K, & child care are funded in the state budget -->… https://t.co/SLLgCzJGNV
2 years 9 months ago —
RT @s_sadowski: Amanda Sears testifies in support of child care assistance- drops off 864 signatures of folks who couldn't be here… https://t.co/7VLfB5qphM
2 years 9 months ago —
RT @nfkidscount: Amanda, @FamilyEconomyNH, testifies about the need for affordable #childcare for our workforce, while handing in a petition signed by 867
2 years 9 months ago —
RT @kenzmns: "Child care has outpaced rent as the biggest expense for families with young children" -Amanda Sears,… https://t.co/wynCtnRYG0
2 years 9 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu answered families by proposing boosted $$ for childcare. Tell lawmakers to secure it in the budget: https://t.co/NuZX7cr9Tt
2 years 9 months ago —
When we invest in families, the next generation pays back w/ a lifetime of productivity & responsible citizenship… https://t.co/9V67avY9sy
2 years 9 months ago —
*New* @EndowmentHealth report shows investment in quality early childhood programs makes good financial sense. https://t.co/cSqpzi27lw
2 years 10 months ago —
ATTN lawmakers: NH businesses, workers, & families are counting on you to increase access to quality child care in… https://t.co/lLX7aBflOH
2 years 10 months ago —
Our families will thrive & biz will grow if we can have a paid leave plan & affordable child care funded in the two-year budget. #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
We call on our lawmakers in Concord to support our workforce by investing in child care and paid leave in the budget! #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu, NH families will thrive & biz will grow if your budget funds a paid leave plan and affordable child care. #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu, families are struggling w/ 📈 cost of childcare. Will your budget ensure much-needed relief for our workforce? #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu, child care is critical to early learning & development. Funding scholarships is an investment in the future. #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu, w/o access to affordable child care, working parents are being forced to leave their jobs to make ends meet. #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
.@GovChrisSununu, NH’s workforce needs you to support affordable childcare. Will your budget boost scholarships funding? #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
Time is short - lawmakers will soon vote to establish paid leave insurance. Call them to support HB628:… https://t.co/o76p1ENjxK
2 years 10 months ago —
"Biz already experience the loss of productivity when people take leave, paid leave helps them keep stability in this time" #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"Access to paid leave correlates with a 40% reduction in food stamps usage in the first year after having a child"… https://t.co/y20s1SQ6hK
2 years 10 months ago —
"Everyday, you're hearing about the workforce shortage in the state, and caregiver responsibilities keep people out of the workforce" #HB628
2 years 10 months ago —
"Child maltreatment is often the result of extreme stress...paid leave can reduce factors of abuse and neglect" -Julie Day, @NHChildrenTrust
2 years 10 months ago —
"I don't believe NH is a state where employees have to choose between quitting a job or being there for a family me… https://t.co/ViglipfyTQ
2 years 10 months ago —
Kristin Smith of @CarseySchool presents her research on the 82% support for paid leave, with majorities across part… https://t.co/xWEKnQg3PS
2 years 10 months ago —
Our families will thrive & businesses will grow if we have a family and medical leave insurance program. Pass #HB628 today! #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"Paid family leave is fundamental to a healthy society because it provides a framework for a healthy childhood."… https://t.co/s0kmalMK27
2 years 10 months ago —
"The challenges of having a new baby can be overwhelming" -> parents need access to family leave to learn how to be… https://t.co/aHClOGs66E
2 years 10 months ago —
A doctor specializing in obstetrics supports #HB628 because "the first few months of life last forever" & family leave reduces toxic stress
2 years 10 months ago —
New parent Sarah and her 4 month old daughter testify in favor of #HB628. "Family and medical leave insurance is go… https://t.co/W2L3mhyoK5
2 years 10 months ago —
Robert Downey says it's critical as a young parent that he have access to family and medical leave insurance.… https://t.co/4bvrX3xkEB
2 years 10 months ago —
.@DanFeltesNH: #HB628 allows those suffering from substance abuse to access recovery services, while retaining financial security. #nhworks
2 years 10 months ago —
.@DanFeltesNH on family and medical leave insurance, "this is not a mandate, it's an opporunity for our state." #nhpolitics#nhworks
2 years 10 months ago —
#NHworks better for employers with #paidleave: ↑ savings on health-care, ↓ turnover rates, & ↑ workplace productivity.
2 years 10 months ago —
Rep. Gile, quoting @PaxWorld CEO Joe Keefe: "We should not put workers in a position where they have to choose between their job & family."
2 years 10 months ago —
Rep. Gile: Family and Medical Leave Insurance "is an incredible recruitment tool" for businesses, which New Hampshire needs. #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
Rep. Gile: "The bill has been crafted to be as employer friendly as possible." #nhpolitics#nhworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"From a biz perspective, we need #childcare. On behalf of my company, I ask that you support HB 370" -Amanda Grappone Osmer #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"Caregiving responsibilities are keeping people out of our workforce. NH can't afford to lose workers b/c of childc… https://t.co/Khl8BRxikc
2 years 10 months ago —
"We believe that the standards set by the federal gov't are important benchmarks to measure #childcare success" ELNH board chair #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
#NHworks better with policies that support working families. Support HB 370 and invest in child care #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"Quality child care can be a solution for ensuring educational success for all NH children" - Bob Lister, Portsmouth #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
100's of Granite Staters have had to drop out of the workforce because of a lack of access to affordable, quality child care #nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"I support HB 370 because investments in young children are some of the smartest investments we can make" #hb370hearing#nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"Providing quality care is a must and obligation if we're serious about confronting our workforce strategies"… https://t.co/X4zXJXGY3c
2 years 10 months ago —
Here in support of HB 370, a critical investment in our workforce today and tomorrow #nhpoliticshttps://t.co/cix7HrLcFA
2 years 10 months ago —
RT @NHafterschool: Lynn Stanley, NHAN Lead & Tanya Gonzalez, Dir. at Exeter Area YMCA at the press conference yesterday at NH's Legisl… https://t.co/G0Vt5PA8d1
2 years 10 months ago —
Attention lawmakers: NH businesses, workers, and families are counting on you to increase access to quality child c… https://t.co/kImisemewV
2 years 10 months ago —
RT @NHChildrenTrust: With smart policies like paid leave and affordable child care, businesses can increase our state’s workforce. #NHWorks@FamilyEconomyNH
2 years 10 months ago —
"Both of these policies have strong, public bipartisan support." #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"#paidleave and quality affordable #childcare are critical. When NH kids win, we all win" #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"Children who are given a strong foundation for their brain architecture are proven to be more successful later in life" #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"Newborns greatly benefit from parents staying home with them #paidleave is good for our economy as well" Steve Chapman, pediatrician
2 years 10 months ago —
The future of our state depends on New Hampshire being an attractive place to live, work and raise a family. #NHworks#nhpolitics
2 years 10 months ago —
"There are thousands of stories across the state. Single mother had to return to work before her child reached birthweight" Steve Chapman
2 years 10 months ago —
HB 628 will establish an employee-funded family & medical leave insurance program, providing up to 12 weeks per yea… https://t.co/C691mleYKL
2 years 10 months ago —
"Family and medical leave is a key tactic to ending our state's opiate crisis" Kerry Norton @hopeonhavenhill#NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"Medical leave allowed my son to be successful in his recovery" Kerry Norton @hopeonhavenhill#NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
FACT: Paid leave is a crucial tool in securing recovery for victims of the opioid crisis. Lawmakers can't afford to wait. #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"If child care were suddenly unavailable thousand of people would not be able to show up to work" Marti Ilg, LRCC d… https://t.co/cSDz3I7ID8
2 years 10 months ago —
"As a parent of older children I know many NH young people who do not start families b/c of high cost of #childcare" Marti I'll #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
"Too often working people lose the income they depend on because they or a family member becomes ill" Amanda Sears #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
Early learning is critical to brain development for young children, but is out of reach for the avg family in New H… https://t.co/6ks45u5re9
2 years 10 months ago —
"We can't afford to lose parents in the workforce because they can't afford child care." -Amanda Sears, director
2 years 10 months ago —
HB 370 will boost investment in child care by $15 million in the 2-year budget. #NHworks
2 years 10 months ago —
Now: @FamilyEconomyNH advocates address critical need for lawmakers to establish paid leave & fund affordable child… https://t.co/vBR0VtQ242
2 years 10 months ago —
We're at the State House demanding lawmakers secure the future of our economy by passing paid leave & funding affor… https://t.co/GYpIbCQN6C
2 years 10 months ago —
Share your story so lawmakers can hear your voice calling for paid leave and affordable child care.… https://t.co/CpdbJH8L5n
2 years 10 months ago —
We're joining w/ allies & advocates from across NH on 1/26 for a Family Friendly Economy State House Day. Join us!… https://t.co/o9isn4ppKW
2 years 11 months ago —
🙋 Raise your hand if you're with the majority of Americans on this one: https://t.co/Vrb5AwQ4TA
2 years 11 months ago —
NEW @amprog: access to #paidleave helps companies save on health-care, ↓ turnover rates, & ↑ workplace productivity. https://t.co/nfl5RtXJHl
2 years 11 months ago —
On 1/26, we'll host a Family Friendly Economy State House Day to tell lawmakers about the need for action on… https://t.co/tjDbVeycVX
2 years 11 months ago —
1/3 of parents have difficulty finding care for their kids. Families need public investment in this critical service.https://t.co/L8ssKrFwVW
2 years 11 months ago —
Call your legislators to let them know New Hampshire needs family & medical leave insurance!… https://t.co/cJwUQVnRr3
2 years 11 months ago —
We're ready to make 2017 a big year for New Hampshire's working families. RT if you're with us on our resolutions f… https://t.co/hKVVH3kY2l
2 years 11 months ago —
Every year families suffer $8.3 billion in lost wages due to lack of child care. How much $$ are you losing out on?… https://t.co/77FG6s1NCt
2 years 11 months ago —
Check out the pictures from our latests roundtables meeting on the need for affordable child care in New Hampshire.… https://t.co/59nktAPwFH
2 years 12 months ago —
#Paidleave can push men to play a more active role at home, leading to more opportunity for women in the workplace. https://t.co/bBp1lPHiZf
2 years 12 months ago —
25% can't afford child care in NH. We must invest in affordable care, so our current & future workforce can thrive.… https://t.co/n6kXbp8ap8
2 years 12 months ago —
Research from economist @heckmanequation shows a high rate of return on investments in early childhood education.
https://t.co/PWkdSfkqS5
2 years 12 months ago —
Smart workplace policies like paid family leave are a non-partisan issue w/ bipartisan support from Granite Staters. https://t.co/EtkLGFR4El
3 years 1 day ago —
IKEA: what do we need to have a healthy & safe workforce?' A: paid family leave. https://t.co/QDANEUtBSU
3 years 5 days ago —
Thanks @jeffmeacham. NH parents making "crazy decisions" between work & caregiving contributes to our workforce woes https://t.co/Cop1V460oL
3 years 1 week ago —
Thanks, @SenSanders! We're working hard to build a bipartisan path to a family friendly economy in NH. https://t.co/U8Dzf1WNf1
3 years 1 week ago —
ICYMI: Campaign Director Amanda Sears talks about the critical need for affordable child care in New Hampshire. https://t.co/k3fZAGRq8J
3 years 1 week ago —
We have several conversations coming up on how the lack of affordable child care impacts working families. Join us: https://t.co/QYrkI32KYO
3 years 2 weeks ago —
ICYMI: Joe Keefe, CEO of Portsmouth-based @PaxWorld, on why family-friendly workplaces are good for business! https://t.co/RcM28AwqCR
3 years 2 weeks ago —
Here's how Donald Trump could change what it’s like to be a parent in America: https://t.co/S843QRPvIm
3 years 3 weeks ago —
Join us on 12/15 for a discussion on how the costs & accessibility of child care are impacting NH's working familie… https://t.co/WOOA9rvdlj
3 years 3 weeks ago —
It's GREAT to see dads at home taking care of a new child. We need #paidleave that includes all moms AND dads. https://t.co/UsMbVOPfSX
3 years 3 weeks ago —
We need action on New Hampshire's #childcare crisis. 1-in-4 families can't afford it and that's a big problem. https://t.co/43hGB3Vf9T
3 years 1 month ago —
Congrats to @Maggie_Hassan. She's a champion for families & we look forward to working w/ her to guarantee… https://t.co/rqV5SW77LA
3 years 1 month ago —
Granite State families need your vote! RT and tag 5 of your friends to make sure they’re voting today before the po… https://t.co/b6d9p2hMYE
3 years 1 month ago —
Whatever you have to do on #ElectionDay, make sure voting is part of your plan. Granite State families are counting… https://t.co/4kdMAAYL9e
3 years 1 month ago —
Big thanks to @JoshWMUR for asking the #NHsen candidates about #minimumwage. NH voters need to know who stands w/ them when they go to vote.
3 years 1 month ago —
.@amprog reveals $28.9B/yr in lost wages among working families due to lack of #childcare and access to paid leave. #nhpol#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
.@Maggie_Hassan says she has a vision for New Hampshire where the "middle class is growing and thriving." #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
After debates, we've learned that both #NHgov candidates support #paidleave. Will they sign on to popular NH #paidleave insurance proposal?
3 years 1 month ago —
.@ChrisSununu, @KellyAyotte told us she's open to raising the minimum wage. Are you open to considering this to help families? #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Whoever our next governor is will have to address the reality that parents are spending near a 1/3 of their income on child care #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"How can we train our existing workforce while ensuring they have an income to meet their families needs?" Q for @KellyAyotte#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
.@KellyAyotte spent time at McD's drive-thru when workers there aren't able to make ends meet and provide for families. #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"I'm open to raising the minimum wage, but I want to make sure that we don't reduce employment opportunities when we do that" - @KellyAyotte
3 years 1 month ago —
RT @CindyR4NH: 40% of American workers don't have access to a single paid sick day. #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"Issues that impact predominantly women seem to be marginalized, pushed aside... how will you keep this moving forward?" - @WhereIsMAM
3 years 1 month ago —
Campaign Director Amanda Sears asking @KellyAyotte what she'll do to help the 40% of workers who do not access #paidsick days #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
.@KellyAyotte suggests we host another forum with our friends at the @BIAofNH - hope to see that in the future with our leaders #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Kerry follows up to ask how employees can take advantage of her "employee driven" program when sudden situations come up. #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"Can we create the kind of federal back-drop for states to be successful establishing their own programs?" - @KellyAyotte on #paidleave
3 years 1 month ago —
Low turnover & highly-qualified employees come w smart family friendly polices, says NH biz owner Jeff Baker @Image4concepts#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Sen. @KellyAyotte says that her office is studying paid leave programs in the states and wants to see the states lead what works for them
3 years 1 month ago —
"People are having to choose between a job and the treatment they need," - Kerry sees #paidleave as imperative to solving #opioidepidemic
3 years 1 month ago —
Kerry Norton knows that #paidleave is critical to help those with substance abuse. Her son got the time off he needed and is thriving today.
3 years 1 month ago —
"I want to find bipartisan ways to address the costs & bring them down." @KellyAyotte wants to look at incentives for employees #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
A NH family w/ 2 young children has a child care bill of approx $22,000. How will @KellyAyotte prioritize affordable child care? #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"I'd have to look at how can we make this affordable - how do we meet the 10%" - @KellyAyotte on #childcare#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Judy, mom of 3, giving Senator @KellyAyotte a note from her young daughter about needing their mom to be there for them. #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"I'm very concerned our state does not have a minimum wage and we have to relay on the federal #minwage" - @Maggie_Hassan#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"No person working full time should ever live in poverty. It's a moral issue and an economic issue." - @Maggie_Hassan#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Early childhood educators making about $10-$12/hr in this area. "Parents can't afford to pay, teachers can't afford to stay." #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
There is a domino effect in women's equity and creating a more prosperous economy for all families. @WhereIsMAM@Maggie_Hassan#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
How do we level the playing field for women entrepreneurs? We're talking about pay equity! -@WhereIsMAM@CWBAsnhu#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
RT @Spark_NH: Gov Hassan: I support a federal minimum wage of $12, phased in over time @FamilyEconomyNH
3 years 1 month ago —
"Life is what happens" and its his job as a employer to support that and incorporate that experience. TY Jeff Baker, CEO of @Image4concepts
3 years 1 month ago —
Small biz owner Jeff talks about how workplace policies were designed in the 1930's and don't take into account modern tech. #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
"We live in a modern world but are stuck in a Leave it to Beaver era when it comes to workplace policies," #nhpolitics Agree? RT!
3 years 1 month ago —
"When welcoming new life or caring for a loved one, we shouldn't have to choose between that & earning a living" -@Maggie_Hassan#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
SURVEY SAYS: majority of NH supports chipping in $5/paycheck to offer families #paidleave when they need it. Will @Maggie_Hassan support it?
3 years 1 month ago —
Just Now: Kerry, a registered nurse knows Granite Staters struggle to choose between a paycheck and needed treatment to recover #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
We'll be getting started here soon with Governor @Maggie_Hassan sitting down with our leadership and community members. Follow #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
RT @NHPRExchange: On paid family leave, @KellyAyotte says her bill would allow for flexibility but employee would "be in the driver's seat." #nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
RT @MomsRising: What policies matter to #NH families? @FamilyEconomyNH is talking w/ US Senate candidates at 11am today. Follow along w #nhpolitics.
3 years 1 month ago —
RT @MLBeaver55: A plan that includes raising the minimum wage, college affordability, fighting poverty - Thank You @HillaryClinton! #debatenight
3 years 1 month ago —
Both candidates should know 82% of Granite Staters want action on Paid Family and Medical Leave! #debate#nhpolitics
3 years 1 month ago —
Raising a new child or caring for a loved one shouldn't be a luxury. We deserve a president who'll fight for families. #nhpolitics#debate
3 years 2 months ago —
Single biggest expense of NH families w young kids is #childcare shouldn't #nhgov debates ask 4 plans to help families afford & access care?
3 years 2 months ago —
1st tv debate for #nhgov candidates tonight, Van Ostern supports raising min wage, Sununu wants to stick with $7.25 federal #minimumwage
3 years 2 months ago —
REPORT: The top 10% of earners are 60% more likely to have access to paid sick days than the bottom 10%. https://t.co/szI9blz8i0
3 years 2 months ago —
.@Maggie_Hassan: we need to close unnecessary tax loopholes to make early childhood education & #childcare affordable for families #nhsen
3 years 2 months ago —
82% of Granite Staters support #paidleave. @realDonaldTrump’s belief pregnancy is an inconvenience to employers is out of touch w/ NH values
3 years 2 months ago —
Families DO need affordable child care. Sadly, Trump's plan doesn't do that; you can't deduct what you can't afford #debate#nhpolitics
3 years 2 months ago —
Dr. Jones speaks w/ new parents on a daily basis about the need for time off after a new child -- but not everyone… https://t.co/gxbZBuxf1m
3 years 2 months ago —
Dr. Courtney Jones, an OB/GYN in Concord, discusses her current #paidleaveNH & her daily discussions w/ new parents. https://t.co/wHF2ypnpZk
3 years 2 months ago —
RT @ProgressNH: @PaxWorld CEO lists study after study that show investing in ppl - #paidleaveNH & other policies - saves $$ & increases profits #nhpolitics
3 years 2 months ago —
Audience applauds @PaxWorld President + CEO Joe Keefe's revelation that 17 men have taken advantage of leave -- bucking stigma #paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
"Family friendly policies work." - Joe Keefe, President and CEO @PaxWorld#paidLeaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
RT @ProgressNH: 5 states yo w/temporary disability insurance for 70 yrs, added pregnancy leave; rest need to start from scratch #paidleavenh#nh#nhpolitics
3 years 2 months ago —
RT @s_sadowski: Randy Albelda: employers that don't have as many workers are exactly who would benefit most from a broader risk pool #paidleavenh
3 years 2 months ago —
RT @NHWomensFndn: Randy Albeda, UMass Boston Economics Prof: Paid Family Leave in the US "brings us into the 20th century..yes..20th century." #paidleavenh
3 years 2 months ago —
Our Director Amanda Sears: "We need a New Hampshire based solution, but we can learn from what other states have done." #paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
"The cap is going to encourage or discourage higher wage workers to participate [in #paidleaveNH program]." - Dr. Kristin Smith
3 years 2 months ago —
An attendee notes leave is often unexpected, Dr. Smith says that situation would be difficult to navigate in an opt-in program. #paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
"Spreading the cost out over all workers makes the program more affordable." - Dr. Kristin Smith, @CarseySchool… https://t.co/tVjCxjZZfd
3 years 2 months ago —
Eliana McCarthy: @WireBeltCo does its best to be flexible in allowing employees to work from home or take days off when needed. #paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
"We need to create that anchor as employers...we need people to come to NH and be engaged..." - Jeff Baker, @Image4concepts#paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
RT @s_sadowski: NH has growing pop who will need care yet two-thirds of NH workers don't have paid leave to care for an ill family member #paidleavenh
3 years 2 months ago —
Follow the conversation at #paidleaveNH
3 years 2 months ago —
We're at the Winning Workplaces summit today in Manchester to discuss pathways to paid family & medical leave insurance in New Hampshire!
3 years 3 months ago —
GOP and Dem candidates across NH have answered our survey about supporting families. Still waiting to hear from @KellyAyotte and @JimRubens.
3 years 3 months ago —
.@KellyAyotte closes #nhsen debate: “this election is about our children & our future.” Will you push for affordable childcare? #nhpolitics
3 years 3 months ago —
During last night's @WMUR9 Democratic gubernatorial debate, @MarchandSteve & @ColinVanOstern both said Granite Staters deserve a higher wage
3 years 3 months ago —
We're wishing a happy #BackToSchool to all Granite State families today!
3 years 3 months ago —
November 29, 2012 — The #FightFor15 begins with a strike of fast-food workers in NYC, demanding higher wages and better working conditions
3 years 3 months ago —
February 5, 1993 — @BillClinton signs the #FMLA, providing some employees w/ unpaid leave to care for a new child or sick family. #LaborDay
3 years 3 months ago —
June 10, 1963 — The Equal Pay Act is passed to make discrimination in wages on the basis of sex illegal. #LaborDay
3 years 3 months ago —
Jun 25, 1938 —The Fair Labor Standards Act is passed, which sets a 40hr workweek, overtime pay, & a national minimum wage. #LaborDay
3 years 3 months ago —
Mar 4, 1914 — President Taft creates the @USDOL — now led by @LaborSec Tom Perez. #LaborDay
3 years 3 months ago —
June 12, 1912 — Massachusetts passes America’s first #minimumwage law. #LaborDay
3 years 3 months ago —
While you’re enjoying #LaborDay with your family, we’ll be sharing some key moments from the #history of policymaking to help working people
3 years 3 months ago —
Happy #LaborDay! We’re celebrating by keeping up the fight in New Hampshire for common-sense policies that will work for working people.
3 years 3 months ago —
Final candidate up at #nhgfoyc Sen. Forrester said she supports home visiting & family resource center funding https://t.co/GZ1NmGwakq
3 years 3 months ago —
#nhgfoyc paid family medical leave, minimum wage, investments in 0-4 yr olds got lots of attn from Dem candidates https://t.co/DfkUwlb9nI
3 years 3 months ago —
RT @Spark_NH: Mayor Gatsas its important for every child to have full day kindergarten #NHGFOYC@SPARK_NH
3 years 3 months ago —
Early learning getting attn of NH Candidates for governor #nhgfoyc listening for commitments to kids & families https://t.co/iAGd4n56kl
3 years 3 months ago —
RT @WMUR9: WATCH LIVE: Candidates for governor speak at forum in Manchester https://t.co/54OTUpXd64
3 years 3 months ago —
Flu season is right around the corner and research shows paid sick leave reduces the rate of infection significantly https://t.co/nMdr3Le5oc
3 years 3 months ago —
What's the secret to a better economy? Affordable childcare could be the answer policymakers have been looking for. https://t.co/pwMsSDt26R
3 years 3 months ago —
Meet Hadlaa Shareef of Concord, with a new infant daughter her six weeks of #paidleave just aren’t enough. https://t.co/1o0Kjt4oXB
3 years 3 months ago —
Dr. Joan Lombardi of @amprog says that August has shown just what’s at stake for families in the November election. https://t.co/hAINVPV1di
3 years 3 months ago —
Join us on 9/21 in Manchester for a summit on #PFML. Hear from business & policy experts on pathways to #paidleavehttps://t.co/WucDTclyIF
3 years 3 months ago —
Check out our Facebook page to read Tonya’s story that calls attention to the need for affordable #childcare in NH
https://t.co/7hBZgQiie3
3 years 4 months ago —
Interesting look at complexity of supply chain HR benefits. We need policy solutions to lift up all parents. #fmlahttps://t.co/7kJ4Qy7fiC
3 years 4 months ago —
Blue collar workers, women, and minorities are still less likely to have the support of #paidleave. https://t.co/sf3KfSVR1c
3 years 4 months ago —
With all of his flip-flops it's hard to tell where Donald Trump stands with working families. Here's a guide: https://t.co/ShgxJ78NQm
3 years 4 months ago —
RT @AFTunion: 27 states get a “D” or “F” for failing to pass workplace policies that support new parents. More: https://t.co/quHHNuOldf#Ex…
3 years 4 months ago —
RT @kristymartino: "Systemic oppression is not what democracy looks like. This is our democracy, our fight." Jasmine at #NunsontheBus https…
3 years 4 months ago —
This Friday in Concord we rally w/ #NunsontheBus! Join our call on NH leaders to Mend the Gaps in income inequality: https://t.co/uBtZBAEWTB
3 years 5 months ago —
Submitted Gateway to Work program support letter today, let's remove barriers #affordablechildcare keeping people from being able to work
3 years 5 months ago —
IMF says U.S. should raise minimum wage, offer paid maternity leave and increase child care assistance https://t.co/EgsfC6PhQX
3 years 6 months ago —
RT @NHFPI: Great energy today for moving toward action on policy changes that can enhance economic stability. #MakingEndsMeetNH https://t.c…
3 years 7 months ago —
Great article in the Washington Post today making the business case for paid family leave https://t.co/QsbfCqbXDp
3 years 7 months ago —
NH House to vote tomorrow on flexible work bill SB 416- thanks Senator Feltes for sponsoring it & for the blog post https://t.co/7QO1t3ufaG
3 years 7 months ago —
A Concord mom is featured in a new report on the high costs of child care covered in Glamour Magazine today https://t.co/L7G0opdDrX
3 years 7 months ago —
NH had the 2nd steepest decline in real median hourly wage in the US since 2007, see new State of Working NH report https://t.co/M6X2gXYOAm
3 years 9 months ago —
RT @HousingActionNH: The word of the day is "gaps" @NHFPI#MakingEndsMeetNH conf. Gaps in costs for needs like healthcare, childcare, housi…
3 years 9 months ago —
Paid family medical leave is a real tool to fight inequality & its long term effects are big -Jeff Hayes #MakingEndsMeetNH
3 years 9 months ago —
RT @NHFPI: Paid Leave: Economic benefits for employers: increased worker productivity and reduced costs (less turnover) #MakingEndsMeetNH
3 years 9 months ago —
RT @NHFPI: NH ranks 43rd among 50 states for policies to improve economic security. Much room for improvement. #MakingEndsMeetNH
3 years 9 months ago —
Increasing minimum wage doesn't have noticeable effect on employment i.e. doesn't lead to layoffs #MakingEndsMeetNHhttps://t.co/IzkKY0mAh3
3 years 9 months ago —
Happy to sponsor today's mtg abt bolstering incomes & strengthening families#MakingEndsMeetNH https://t.co/YCDf9jwJIz
3 years 10 months ago —
Across 3 polls surveyed, a sample size of 374, a whopping 89% of #NHprimary voters said family friendly policies informed their vote. #fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
Our organizers have been out all day talking to voters as they exit the polls in #NH. Stay tuned for more. #fitnhttps://t.co/o8iaB5UB7F
3 years 10 months ago —
Thanks for tuning in with us! For those that watched, #GOPDebate... are the candidates ready to meet the needs of NH families? #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
In their closing arguments, #GOPDebate asking for our NH vote. Know that NH families want solutions for #childcare#paidleave & #paidsick
3 years 10 months ago —
The pandas understand families are the building block of community. Where is the talk of caring for our children? https://t.co/9hwChOoMWy
3 years 10 months ago —
Thank you, Gov @JebBush for being among the first to bring up the struggles of working families. Hope to hear more. #fitn#gopdebate
3 years 10 months ago —
Children are our future. They need reliable care, they need parents who can be at home when they're sick. #fitnhttps://t.co/nBA0L4zaTm
3 years 10 months ago —
Jen, worked in child care in NH for 20+yrs, weighs in on the importance of living wages for caregivers. #GOPDebatehttps://t.co/bJqW0ei7Qz
3 years 10 months ago —
In '68, 50% of U.S. families had a full-time parent at home. Today, 69% have 2 parents @ work https://t.co/iy4566GBCn We need #childcare!
3 years 10 months ago —
We are raising these important issues in #fitn primary, but a lot is also happening in the state house: https://t.co/KiHUGwsP7V#nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
Looking for a great, free, event geared towards the whole family? Join us tomorrow in Manchester for #FirstInFunhttps://t.co/KG7KJ3TuNR
3 years 10 months ago —
Off to a strong start at tonight's #demdebate where candidates are talking about their commitment to #raisethewage in opening remarks. #FITN
3 years 10 months ago —
We're here, hopeful to hear some answers as to the struggles facing working families in NH! #fitn#nhpolitics#DemDebate
3 years 10 months ago —
Path to the White House runs through NH's 100 y/o #FITN primary. And affordable #childcare is taking center stage: https://t.co/qOj8Mww0vE
3 years 10 months ago —
"Adapting to the changing economy" as @Maggie_Hassan said, means recognizing importance of #childcare as both parents work. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
!! .@GovernorHassan lays out plan to help struggling families: eliminating child care co-pay for TANF beneficiaries. #nhpolitics#sots
3 years 10 months ago —
.@GovernorHassan: new plan to help biz finding workers they need. Biz at times see workers who may not be able to find reliable child care.
3 years 10 months ago —
Some of the biggest applause of the day on programs to support working families: full-day kindergarten; expanding the middle class. #SOTS
3 years 10 months ago —
"children whose parents are able to work themselves into the middle class can they themselves stay in the middle class" #raisethewage#SOTS
3 years 10 months ago —
"Early childhood education is a fundamental" -@Maggie_Hassan, ready to fight for fullday kindergarten statewide https://t.co/5DQAfRrwV6
3 years 10 months ago —
.@Maggie_Hassan talking about the critical role of edu in strong workforce. That includes caring for children outside the classroom. #SOTS
3 years 10 months ago —
We'll be at today's #STOT and hoping to hear Governor @Maggie_Hassan's plans to build NH's family friendly economy. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
ICYMI: Amanda Sears, native of Deerfield & our campaign Dir, shares why this fight is so personal to her: https://t.co/cXaFsjzYMq#fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
"The most predictable thing is that the unexpected is going to happen..." Our Dir shares her story in @unionleaderhttps://t.co/lgtrIA7fNi
3 years 10 months ago —
RT @SWW_NH: "We need smart, family-friendly workplace policies that help working families thrive." @FamilyEconomyNH#NHPolitics https://t.c…
3 years 10 months ago —
Our team's organizers and dedicated volunteers will be out, raising the important issues at events across the state this week. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
As the Iowa caucuses wrap up tonight, the forecast in NH for the upcoming week is sunny and presidential! Lots of candidates' events. #fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
Having 2 parents @ work grows our state economy, but it also means we need policies to help those families at home. https://t.co/zmUI87iRUa
3 years 10 months ago —
We need more candidates talking about #paidleave and the struggles of working families. https://t.co/HQgOcBH7bw
3 years 10 months ago —
Great to see the conversation on #paidsick spreading across the US. Let's give NH workers earned, paid sick days! https://t.co/JUBvdM5hIJ
3 years 10 months ago —
#TBT remember this?! Chris Christie Is Fine With Americans Going Without A Paid Day Off When They Get Sick https://t.co/WT9SoYoAUM
3 years 10 months ago —
Our director testified today before NH state Senate in support of establishing a state minimum wage. RT if you are ready to #raisethewage
3 years 10 months ago —
@clairecm And 12k+ NH voters across the political spectrum signed up to show support for a family-friendly economic agenda #fitn#nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
@clairecm appreciated your piece on #paidleave. Our campaign here in NH is organizing to bring this and more issues to the forefront #fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
"The United States is the only industrialized country to offer no paid family or sick leave" https://t.co/lw64EHbd0p#paidleave#fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
The future of #paidleave? @nytimes says '16 "a big one for paid family leave," recognizes D's & R's talking about it https://t.co/6Q42mPNEQw
3 years 10 months ago —
If your infant son desperately needed surgery, could you get the time off? This Laconia family faces tough choice: https://t.co/L3ZoMwPzZN
3 years 10 months ago —
Thanks to everyone who joined us at events across NH yesterday. We are making SURE the candidates hear our calls! https://t.co/KXt17x7S6h
3 years 10 months ago —
"Child care is more than just a policy matter for me, I was a mother - I know what it's like [to search out that care.]" - @HillaryClinton
3 years 10 months ago —
.@HillaryClinton says she will create a structure to ensure paid family leave for all Americans. BIG APPLAUSE #paidleave#fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
Our vol's are ready to hear Hillary's plan to help families w young kids access affordable childcare. @HillaryforNHhttps://t.co/kmgpWhEOag
3 years 10 months ago —
Are you out today supporting @SenSanders? Hope you'll say hello to our team and sign up to support the agenda! https://t.co/tyQCqohKbF
3 years 10 months ago —
What can we learn from the tech sector to help ALL working families get the leave they need to care for newborns? https://t.co/b4eife8P2j
3 years 10 months ago —
Join the weekly #NHPrimaryConcerns twitter chat. Today's topic is #childcare! Have a story? Ever struggled to find stability? @MomsRising
3 years 10 months ago —
Is his admonishment of paid family leave part of @TedCruz' closing argument in NH? This issue is center stage: https://t.co/qPrKIYnPEr#fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
Our team asked - and boy did he answer! Glad to see paid family leave getting coverage it deserves #nhpolitics#fitnhttps://t.co/JyGM7KB8c3
3 years 10 months ago —
Because anyone should be able to ask and be considered for a flexible work arrangement. Too many are leaving their jobs. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
Here in our state Capitol to support SB 416 - creating a workers' right to request flexible leave #nhpoliticshttps://t.co/CzFHsCPzTR
3 years 10 months ago —
RT @NHFPI: At $7.25 an hour, NH's minimum wage is the lowest in New England https://t.co/B95ZRpMd4K
3 years 10 months ago —
Key to NH long-term economic success and competitiveness is to attract and retain the modern worker. Flex leave @ center of ntl conversation
3 years 10 months ago —
.@JoshLevs: @DanFeltesNH's flex leave bill is incredibly pro-business. It does not mandate, it empowers workers to ask. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
In the aftermath of 08 crash, people are scared to ask for flexibility but companies want to keep and accommodate workers. @JoshLevs
3 years 10 months ago —
"flexibility, as a policy when you can do it, is the best way to hold on to your workers - who are leaving in record numbers" -@JoshLevs
3 years 10 months ago —
Thanks to the many NH Representatives and Senators who are joining us today and leading to create progress. https://t.co/ObIa5wXVRZ
3 years 10 months ago —
More than 12,000 Granite Staters have signed on to support the family friendly economy agenda. Are you one of them? https://t.co/DlfwQPUjIb
3 years 10 months ago —
We need to use all of the tools available to us to lift wages for working people so they can share in NH’s prosperity. #nhpolitics#fitn
3 years 10 months ago —
Wage disparity has grown in NH more than in almost any other state. We'll be testifying on 3 bills today to close that gap. #nhpolitics
3 years 10 months ago —
RT @HuckMontgomery: Sen. @DanFeltesNH makes a great case that prevailing wage bill will raise share of state work done by local workers htt…
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @BattleBornProg: 64% of U.S. women with children under age 6 are in the labor force—women need HQ child care #WithinReach#GOPdebate
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @CCCAction: A1: High-quality, affordable child care provides every child w/ opportunity for solid foundation & vibrant future. #NHPrimar…
3 years 11 months ago —
A9: #Childcare assistance helps families stay in the workforce, yet 2100 NH kids lost that support from 2006-13. #NHPrimaryConcerns
3 years 11 months ago —
A8.1: In NH, 69% of under 6s have 2 parents in the labor force. Policies have not kept pace with changing families. #NHPrimaryConcerns
3 years 11 months ago —
Tonight, at #SOTU, President Obama kicking it off with big applause for several of our agenda items and a call to #raisethewage!
3 years 11 months ago —
Business leaders say we need#onefairwage bcz "your employees are my customers and they need money in their pockets" https://t.co/mAFEgnU2ig
3 years 11 months ago —
"We're the USA, we should be able to figure this out, everyone else has," NH restaurant owner#paidleave#onefairwage https://t.co/E0HHpf3NSm
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @SWW_NH: Before @POTUS talks about the #SOTU, let's talk about the state of tipped workers. Join @ROCUnited and allies at the #NHRoundta…
3 years 11 months ago —
Conversation on family-friendly workplaces continues, check out coverage from our #MakingCents CEO Panel last month: https://t.co/6qug26EGtA
3 years 11 months ago —
So many struggling to balance work, costs of living & taking care of their family. We need public & private solutions. #NHprimaryconcerns
3 years 11 months ago —
Thanks for hosting this today. #FITN voters know the importance of a family friendly economy. Looking for leaders. https://t.co/2sDVCWxB0O
3 years 11 months ago —
From 2006 to 2013, approx. 2,100 kids in NH lost child care assistance. The state needs to restore & increase funds #NHprimaryconcerns
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @NHFPI: A1.2: Many #NHWorkingFamilies struggle due to 2 opposing forces: lagging income growth + high cost of basic necessities #NHPrima…
3 years 11 months ago —
Want to participate in the @MomsRising twitter chat? Share your story, help raise awareness on economic security. Tweet w #NHPrimaryConcerns
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @ECMNH: Benefits of Growing Economy Not Being Felt By All NH families Join us Thurs 12 ET on the @ECMNH@MomRising@NHFPI TChat #NHPrima…
3 years 11 months ago —
And in Claremont at @realDonaldTrump event tonight. Raising awareness in the fight to #raisethewag, ensure #paidsick for all Granite Staters
3 years 11 months ago —
Coming soon to NH: A higher minimum wage. Earned sick leave. Paid family leave. Affordable child care. #FamilyVanhttps://t.co/wtm9toUM5C
3 years 11 months ago —
The #FamilyVan will be caravanning across the state, stopping at child care centers and campaign HQs alike. Keep your eyes out for us!
3 years 11 months ago —
For the new year, we're launching a statewide tour to reach more of our neighbors. Meet the #FamilyVan! https://t.co/Jgl0RHukmz
3 years 11 months ago —
We'll be watching & working to make sure your voice is heard. The next Republican debate in NH will be 2/6. What do you want to hear? #fitn
3 years 11 months ago —
Recap from #DemDebate: wages mentioned 20 times; child care: 2; paid family & medical leave: 5; earned sick leave: 0. #fitn#nhpolitics
3 years 11 months ago —
Thanks for joining us from New Hampshire tonight. We're already looking forward to the #GOPDebate here on February 6th! #DemDebate
3 years 11 months ago —
"There is nothing I wouldn’t do to make sure our children’s futures are secure." -@MartinOMalley#DemDebate#Nhpolitics
3 years 11 months ago —
“I know something about growing up in a family that struggles. I want to ensure that the US supports all families.” - @SenSanders#DemDebate
3 years 11 months ago —
No talk of paid #sickleave so far-- 39% of the private sector workforce- about 44M people- do not have a single paid sick day. #DemDebate
3 years 11 months ago —
Heading to closing statements now in the #DemDebate#nhpolitics
3 years 11 months ago —
For a typical family (infant & a 4 y/o) in NH the average cost of childcare amounts to 1/3 (!!) of their annual income. (2/2) #DemDebate
3 years 11 months ago —
69% of kids here in NH under age 6 have both (all available) parents in the labor force, BUT (1/2) #demdebate#nhpolitics
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @MIWCampaign: #Equalpay already mentioned twice! Wonder if any of the candidates will address that the wage gap is more for AA women & …
3 years 11 months ago —
FACT CHECK: A minimum wage worker in NH must work 89 hours a week in order to afford a 1-bdrm apartment #DemDebatehttps://t.co/bJySxUtfBV
3 years 11 months ago —
We're watching the #DemDebate here @SaintAnselm and representing over 7K NH families dedicated to building a family friendly economy #fitn
3 years 11 months ago —
NH Biz leaders told us family friendly policies help their companies, but they can't go it alone! #MakingCents#FITNhttps://t.co/weMa6nozxn
3 years 11 months ago —
Yes we do! Our organizers are out at the #DemDebate night rep'ing all of you - Cheer them on! Give them a RETWEET! https://t.co/fHgXrgPiDW
3 years 11 months ago —
Howard Brodsky, CEO CCA Global Partners: this needs to be front and center! Our inequality puts America at a global disadvantage. #fitn
3 years 11 months ago —
Last Q, very important one: What is the role of business action and where do we need legislative action? @NHWomensFndn#DemDebate#fitn
3 years 11 months ago —
.@Gary_Hirshberg talks about the @Dannon cooperative and how they leverage and exchange employees across 6 subsidiaries. #MakingCents
3 years 11 months ago —
Next audience question: How do you fill the gap of critical employees when they take #paidleave? #MakingCents
3 years 11 months ago —
Bill of @BadgerBalmUSA says becoming a B Corp was helpful for his company to know where to strive for better. #MakingCents#nhpolitics
3 years 11 months ago —
.@neeratanden talking about how men can be partners in taking offered leave to help reduce stigma for women who might not take it otherwise
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @CAPEarlyEd: "The private sector can't do it all ourselves, we need govt, we need better public policies" @PaxWorld#makingcents#within…
3 years 11 months ago —
.@neeratanden lifting up the importance that these family friendly policies are extended to ALL workers, not just those at the top.
3 years 11 months ago —
"In 8 years, millennial will make up 80% of the workforce. And they want socially responsible, meaningful work." - CEO Howard Brodsky, CCA
3 years 11 months ago —
RT @milduncan: Joe Keefe says it is a virtuous circle - good leave & family friendly policies have good ROI and attract women whose presenc…
3 years 11 months ago —
And women's involvement adds to the bottom line! https://t.co/R4r0HFXjWA
3 years 12 months ago —
RT @NHChildrenTrust: Wow, this is awesome! Ebay is sticking up for families and the importance of early childhood. #MyVoiceMattersNH https:…
3 years 12 months ago —
Join us this Friday at noon for "Making Cents: CEOs on Building a Family Friendly Economy". RSVP now: https://t.co/UnSzQSpmWL
3 years 12 months ago —
RT @jnlfoot: Hey @DavidMuir, pls ask candidates how they'll build a family friendly economy (like affordable child care) #nhpolitics#FITN …
4 years 1 day ago —
RT @ColinVanOstern: .@FamilyEconomyNH is encouraging #fitn debate ?s on how Pres candidates will support family-friendly economy. Great id…
4 years 3 days ago —
RT @SenGillibrand: Without guaranteed #paidleave in the US, @NYTimes piece is right "Caregivers Sometimes Must Sacrifice Their Careers" htt…
4 years 1 week ago —
RT @USDOL: Good news in today's #JobsReport: 211k new jobs w/ gains in construction, technical services, health care & more. https://t.co/F…
4 years 1 week ago —
RT @NHChildrenTrust: Today we're leading the Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support Certification Training! #strengths htt…
4 years 1 week ago —
Plz send along any other opportunities (from any party) for Granite Staters to hear what the candidates will do to help our state's families
4 years 1 week ago —
Tomorrow in Manchester at noon the Clinton campaign is hosting the "Women’s Economic Opportunity Summit" #nhpoliticshttps://t.co/8d2QvEyJD2
4 years 1 week ago —
Too many hard-working Granite Staters can't take time off from work when they’re sick. We can do better. https://t.co/WIpS8tP5DR
4 years 2 weeks ago —
RT @alyssalynn7: Affordable childcare should be #withinreach for all families. We need to create a system that will #workforwomen: https://…
4 years 2 weeks ago —
RT @LaborSec: If you work full time, you shouldn't have to get your family's Thanksgiving dinner at a food pantry. #RaiseTheWage https://t.…
4 years 2 weeks ago —
RT @USDOL: When you #ShopSmall on Nov. 28, consider small businesses in your community that are doing good and doing well: https://t.co/seD…
4 years 2 weeks ago —
RT @USDOL: Did you know? Women are working sooner after their first birth with 44% returning within 3 months. #LeadOnLeavehttps://t.co/T8y…
4 years 2 weeks ago —
RT @alyssalynn7: To make the economy #workforwomen, we need to #raisethewage.The avg minimum wage worker is a woman in her 30s. https://t.c…
4 years 2 weeks ago —
"The status quo too often forces workers, especially new mothers, to quit their job
permanently" -@marcorubio#fitnhttps://t.co/n2vbpGReGJ
4 years 3 weeks ago —
More than 200,000 New Hampshire workers do not have access to paid sick days. We MUST fix this. #fitn#nhpolitics#LeadOnLeave
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @MomsRising: Nearly 1 in 5 working moms of very young children work low-wage jobs. Affordable #childcare is crucial for these families. …
4 years 3 weeks ago —
From 2006 to 2013 alone, approximately 2,100 children in New Hampshire lost child care assistance #ChildCareForAll#nhpolitics#fitn
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @KyPolicy: Lexington is voting to #RaiseTheWage to $10.10 tonight. Doing so would help more than 31,000 make ends meet. https://t.co/8UW…
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @TuftsPatrick: What a wonderful turnout @NHWomensFndn lunch. Great topic of Family Friendly Workplaces @graniteuwnh is proud to partner …
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @TheGrammarnator: More than 2.5M employees a year who are eligible for FMLA don’t take the leave because they can’t afford the loss of p…
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @amprog: We say that our kids are our nation’s most valuable resource. #RaisingofAmerica asks: do our actions measure up? https://t.co/d…
4 years 3 weeks ago —
RT @CAPEarlyEd: [Child care costs] are not just an issue at the bottom of the income ladder--it goes up to the middle class. -@HBoushey#Wi…