Ruth Bader Gingsburg was the ‘just right’ justice
This slow talker, ruthless editor and die-hard romantic wanted to make sure that every woman could find her best place, whether in a military-academy classroom, on the floor of a factory or behind the wheel of a minivan. She wanted the women who came after her to have the chance to get things — for themselves, as she did so often for herself — just right. Continue reading at The Everett Herald. (Alex Brandon)
Small slip of paper stands between Pacific Islanders in Washington and unemployment benefits
While people from these Pacific Island nations can freely live and work in the United States, they are ineligible for many federal programs available to immigrants. “Now we’re coming to the U.S., but we really don’t have any help from you,” [Cecilia Takiah] Heine said. “When you needed our help, we gave it to you so you could win your Cold War.” Continue reading at KUOW.
Wildfire smoke’s health impacts have only just begun
Hazy, orange skies can cause anxiety that lasts years after a smoke event, and may even harm unborn children. And with climate change, more wildfire smoke is coming. But what we’re doing to prepare is inadequate, with poor communities, people of color, and outdoor laborers most vulnerable to dangerous exposure. Continue reading at Crosscut. (Climate Central)
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Seattle Times (subscription required)
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USA Today
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