Connecticut residents make the trek to D.C. to discuss federal priorities for their organizations. Topics included workforce development, healthcare, education, veterans, and everything in between.

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Federal TRIO Programs were designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Taking these workforce development programs away slams the doors of opportunity for 43,000 low income and first generation students who just need a shot.

An exhibition of excellence! What a pleasure to moderate the CT NAACP Great Debate featuring Yale and Howard University.

The Benefits Advisors at EBSA serve all Americans–from navigating health & retirement plans to handling claim denials. Despite the tremendous return on investment, the Admin is proposing $10M cuts to the program. Today, Labor AS Aronowitz committed to prioritizing the program despite proposed cuts.

It’s “Fly-in" season at the U.S. Capitol and CT05 constituents, organizations and advocates traveled to DC to bring their concerns directly to Congress. These meetings are an essential part of the legislative process.

Changes made by Secretary McMahon will result in thousands of public sector employees being disqualified from student loan forgiveness. She may not have answers, but CT has an Attorney General who is challenging these new restrictive rules.

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I’m on the floor at 11pm because Republicans put forth a Farm Bill that cements $187B in SNAP cuts, gives a blanket liability shield to pesticide corporations, rolls back environmental programs & does not address destabilizing tariffs. This Farm Bill does not meet the moment for families & farmers.

Another week, another wrap.
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Highlights from the week:
1️⃣ Update on Iran
2️⃣ Meriden YMCA Head Start site visit 
3️⃣ CCSU Veterans Center
4️⃣ New Britain City Hall
5️⃣ SEIU Member mtg
6️⃣ Greater Danbury Chamber breakfast 
7️⃣ Summer 2026 Internship Applications

Former #AVFCO manager #DeanSmith celebrates #EuropaLeague title with local supporters in #Charlotte, #NC #astonvillafc #astonvilla #football #footballnews #footballmanager #footballculture #fyp #bluesky #sport #sports

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📣 TOMORROW - Science POP: Grand Final Join us to support the two finalists representing the Douglas Research Centre! *** 📣 DEMAIN - Science POP : Grande finale Venez nombreux soutenir les deux finalistes qui représentent le Centre de recherche Douglas ! douglas.research.mcgill.ca/calendar/ent...

Yes, Matt Damon is rich as well. But he nailed the reason for taxing the rich. #billionairestax

This is another reminder of the volatility and riskiness of fossil fuels. It shows that a system built on ageing infrastructure leaves Australia vulnerable to fuel insecurity and price shocks. We are relieved to hear that all workers on site are safe.

It’s unfortunate that men have forgotten their responsibilities as men. They should be guardians, protectors, thoughtful, insightful and decisive. I look at me especially those on the right and am disappointed by what I see. Tony

🚧✨ Player Showcase Chapter 1 ✨🚧 Meet Aace, who built an unbelievably long, beautifully structured road from Balduran to the North Coast! 🌍 And this is just the beginning more settlements, empires, roads, and projects from our players are coming soon. #BitCraft #MMO #pcgame #steamgame #game #cozy

All Americans should pay close attention to this. Trump is trying to cheat in the next election. Now is the time to mobilize & speak out for democracy.

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Stephen on the dance floor at last night’s wrap party 🎉

#USA #California #Evacuation #climate #anomaly #climatecrisis 🇺🇸 USA: Mass Evacuation in Southern California Due to Chemical Explosion Threat A serious emergency occurred at the GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove, Orange County, California. A 34,000-gallon tank containing highly toxic

Someone measure Kevin Knight’s vertical! CAUSE GOTDAMN. ✈️ #AEWDynamite

Black Fact = 1961 (May 20) - The Freedom Riders were again attacked by a mob in Montgomery, AL,. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy ordered 400 U.S. marshals to Montgomery to restore order. #theraydiotwins

Explore the joys of #STEM Through Kid Robot Picture Books for Pre-K through 4th grade #STEMForKids #Robot #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #KidsBooks NoireSTEMinist.com

How to Feel Safe To Soften and Surrender… Without Fear Of Abandonment Emotional Healing / Self Love / Surrender / Inner Peace / Vulnerability / Trauma / Healing

WATCH: An ethics complaint filed against a DFL State Rep. following an Alpha News report; the Minnesota Paid Leave program draws complaints; and nonprofit spending doubles in Hennepin County.

Toe and Pawl chilling and Jazzy doing a graceful dismount from the window bed. #cats

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Opening Cinematic Video #NintendoSwitch2 #Yoshi #Gaming

Thom Huge might be the most talented voice actor who did one property, only doing the Garfield shows and specials of the 90s and 2000s. It was, at best, a side gig - he worked for Jim Davis in Muncie and they had to fly him in for recording sessions. And yet he was talented as fuck, as seen here:

How Broken Is England? Once proud of our freedom — now punished for speaking out. When protesters for justice are branded terrorists, who’s really breaking England? #HowIsEnglandBroken #StandForTruth #FreeSpeech #TruthMatters #UKPolitics

Bitter pill to swallow as it the takes the Gunners past the 90 minutes to fashion one decent chance and that was all it took for to take a narrow lead back to North London. The ties definitely not over. Sporting CP 0 Arsenal 1 Full time report 👇 outsideofthepride.blogspot.com/2026/03/spor...

This went mega viral on TikTok about UBI What would you do if survival was guaranteed?

This is problematic!

Google Backs Innovative AI Startups, ByteDance Pauses Video AI, and AI Legal Updates #ai #artificialintelligence #future #machinelearning #ainews

President Donald Trump said he instructed the Department of Defense on Monday to postpone strikes on Iran's power plants for five days after the United States had "constructive conversations" with the country that will continue through the week. Full update: https://youtu.be/4Z6EWlWBvtI

Hart28.com OUR country bullying for oil again, 214th time since WW2. We’re 30% into WW3 (began 2/20/14). Venezuela holds the world’s largest reserves, Iran 3rd, while Exxon bankrolled maga. Anthropocene🙏🌎🙏

England's family courts are rolling out Child Focused Courts nationwide, putting children at the centre from day one. Faster cases. Better decisions. Long overdue. Video created using AI avatar and real voice for news delivery. #FamilyCourt #ChildRights #UKLaw

That quiet voice that whispers "what if?" That’s what this song is about. I turned anxiety into horror, and fear into music. #indierock #alternativerock #progrock

I contacted the researcher behind this because I saw her talk at the Institute of Art & Ideas. It’s important to understand the context.

Remember who this was in reference to. Whoever you wanted to be, I suppose.

Auroch Digital understood the assignment. This game is fantastic. #GameDVR

Happy Holidays! 🎄 Niki and I want to sincerely thank everyone who continues to support The Comic Book Presser. We truly appreciate the trust you place in our experience and your books. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season. #HappyHolidays #TheComicBookPresser #ComicCommunity #Comics

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Work in progress of the Sedlec Ossuary in VR. We hope it will give access and education beyond the monument itself, and inspire more people to visit the Sedlec Ossuary in person. 💀 Mailing list, art prints, and more! 💀 ☩ sedlecossuary.mechan... ☩ ☩ Or through link in bio. ☝...

⚽ Great finish from Rosalía to give Barça the lead. #fcbfemeni

With the buzz around the new #Hoppers movie, it’s time to celebrate the North American #beaver! 🦫 Watch our video and learn more from our Nonprofit Partner, the Beaver Institute: beaverinstitute.org/learn-about-beavers/climate-change/

🚀 InterLink is more than just a blockchain — it’s a complete Web3 ecosystem designed for the future. Through daily engagement, community participation, and innovative solutions like the InterLink Visa Card, users can unlock exciting opportunities and maximize their rewards #InterLink #ITLG #ITL

Remember Dr. Zhivago? "Stick together and we'll be alright!"

Here’s what you may have missed last week with our headlines in state & local #govtech. From Kentucky to California and all state and local governments in between, we’re tracking critical issues across the country. ✅ Catch up on the full stories at statescoop.com

в кар’єрі здобути найпрестижніший європейський трофей, але у стартовий склад своєї команди Забарний не потрапив, розпочавши гру на лаві запасних. До гри букмекери у своїх прогнозах віддавали перевагу французькому клубу. Коефіцієнт на перемогу парижан складав 2,33 проти 3,15 на перемогу «канонірів».

🐺Als Commader einer Elite Truppe erlebt Sie den ganzen Schrecken der Galaktischen Schlachtfelder🙃 Der Eintritt ist frei allerdings betreten auf eigene Gefahr! www.twitch.tv/silvariusplay #silvariusplay #letsplay #livestream #maythe4thbewithyou

LOOK A DISTRACTION !! #Indiedev #gamedev

Seems fair.. and why are we at War? He did it without Congress.

On Memorial Day we honor those people who have fallen dedicating their lives to protecting others and defending the principles of human rights, freedom, respect, & equality. There is nothing more brave than being willing to risk your own safety to protect others. #sunnydayscoot #memorialday

#kanyewest #italy #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/4vwqirg1

“Fly like a bird Take to the sky I need you now, Lord Carry me high…” ✨💕

Very mature and honest response but man I know she felt embarrassed 😭

Last year Parliament passed legislation to cover diabetes and contraceptive medications through our public healthcare system. Budget 2025 promised to protect pharmacare—but didn't allocate any money to it. The Liberals must keep their word and fund pharmacare for all Canadians.

"Not to exceed $500 in the contract might mean your client has no AC coverage." gayla.wiley of Old Republic Home Protection breaks down why the details in a home warranty matter more than most people realize. When an agent writes not to exceed $500 in the contract, they are likely

More logistics nightmares for those pesky Russian terrorists!☄️💥 🇺🇦63rd Mechanised Brigade