Pew Research: Fewer Millennials and Gen Z Want Kids — Here’s Why
In the last decade, younger Americans have begun to rethink parenthood — not because they don’t value family, but because of what it now costs to raise one.
What Hasn’t Changed Since Dobbs
Last week marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
A constitutional right — gone.
A generation of women — told our bodies are up for debate.
And since June 24, 2022, the attacks haven’t stopped.
But neither have we.
Pew Research: The Supreme Court Took Away a Right Most Americans Still Support
New Pew data reveals what the headlines don’t: most Americans — across red and blue states — still support legal abortion.
Pew Research: RFK Jr. Faces More Disapproval Than Support as U.S. Health Secretary
Since taking office in February 2025, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made headlines — and stirred controversy. A new Pew Research Center survey shows that more Americans disapprove (43%) than approve (36%)of how he’s handling his role. Another 21% say they’re not sure, underscoring public uncertainty around his leadership.
Origins: The Affordable Care Act
Passed in 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was a historic step toward healthcare justice in America. For the first time, it made health insurance accessible to millions—especially women, low-income families, freelancers, and contract workers who had been shut out of traditional employer-based coverage.
Origin Stories: Department of Health and Human Services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cornerstone in safeguarding the health and well-being of Americans. Established in 1953 as the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW), it was restructured in 1979, leading to the creation of a separate Department of Education and the renaming of HEW to HHS.
Pew Research: How Americans View the World Health Organization
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that most Americans continue to support U.S. membership in the World Health Organization (WHO), though with notable partisan divisions. As of April 2024, 58% of Americans believe WHO membership benefits the country, with 25% seeing "a great deal" of benefit and 33% perceiving "a fair amount" of value.
The CDC’s Journey: Origins, Challenges, and Public Health Triumphs
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been a cornerstone of public health in the United States since its founding in 1946. Originally established as the Communicable Disease Center, its primary mission was to combat malaria, which posed a significant threat in the southern U.S. at the time. Armed with a small budget and a dedicated team, the CDC focused on controlling mosquito populations and preventing the spread of disease.
President Biden's Legacy: A Transformative Era
As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office on January 20, 2025, his presidency stands as a testament to resilience and progress. Over the past four years, Biden has steered the nation through unprecedented challenges and achieved remarkable successes that will shape America's future for generations.