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Black Mamas Matter Alliance
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We envision a world where Black Mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy. RTs 🚫 endorsements!
linktr.ee/blkmamasmatterJoined September 2016

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The United States is facing a maternal health crisis - and the #Momnibus is the solution to the crisis. It's time to pass this evidence-based, life-saving legislation!
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Data show that the maternal mortality rate in the United States — more than three times the rate in most other high-income countries — is getting worse, and the rate for Black women is nearly three times higher than for white women. buff.ly/3OXuOQ6
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I understand frustration. My issue is the underlying race and gender politics of their complaints. Every day, Black women are ignored, disrespected, arrested, and denied proper treatment in ways that lead to avoidable illness and premature death.
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Replying to @taylornb and @marclamonthill
I agree. They were just blowing off steam and should not have posted! It's a really tough and stressful job so I can appreciate their frustration.
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The people have spoken: Americans rank passing the Momnibus in the end-of-year package as their top issue!
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In the lame duck Congress, Americans overwhelmingly support action on a range of issues including: ✅ Passing "Momnibus" bill (72%) ✅ Federal abortion protections (64%) ✅ Banning assault weapons (62%) ✅ Federal same-sex marriage protections (60%)
Bar chart of polling data from Navigator Research  Title: Intensity of Support Highest for Protecting Abortion, Same-Sex Marriage, and Banning Assault Weapons in Lame Duck Congress  Description: In terms of total support, the “Momnibus� bill (72 percent support) and re-authorizing the NDAA (71 percent) are the most broadly popular.
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a critical observance that necessitate urgent advocacy and dialogue about the maternal health and maternal mental health and well-being of Black women and birthing people. Swipe ➡� for key organizations and resources!
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Congratulations to our #BMHC22 keynote speaker, Professor Loretta Ross, for being named a 2022 MacArthur Fellow. Also known as the "genius grant," this fellowship honors those with extraordinary creativity, activism, and originality. Please join us in celebrating Professor Ross!
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I'm so honored to be one of the MacArthur Fellows of 2022. When you serve your people with integrity, all your dreams come true and you get your flowers while you're alive. This goes beyond my dreams! #MacFellow
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Meet the 2022 MacArthur Fellows: 25 exceptionally creative people who push the boundaries of their fields and challenge us to imagine new possibilities. #MacFellow. Who inspires you? macfound.org/fellows
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