Cameron Oakes
@cameronoakes.bsky.social
Staff editor at Rewire News Group. FOIA nut. Still reporting, so feel free to DM me for contact info or to send tips (not pitches).
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Since we last shared an update on bargaining, we’ve received additional information about management salaries at Rewire.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
I am so proud of the work my colleagues and I do at Rewire.
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
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Or the uptick is from tests that Washington has run in connection to the person hospitalized with H5N5.
The CDC should be briefing the country on what's happening. It's not.
The CDC should be briefing the country on what's happening. It's not.
November 19, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Or the uptick is from tests that Washington has run in connection to the person hospitalized with H5N5.
The CDC should be briefing the country on what's happening. It's not.
The CDC should be briefing the country on what's happening. It's not.
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The CDC tracker now says 960+ people exposed to H5 (usually farmworkers) have been tested since March 2024. So 80 people were tested in the last few days, or the tracker wasn't updating for some time. (I'd guess the latter)
Glad to see SOME testing. Unfortunately, the tracker may not be reliable.
Glad to see SOME testing. Unfortunately, the tracker may not be reliable.
According to CDC's tracker, about 870 farmworkers had been tested for bird flu between March 2024 and March 2025. Another 10 were tested in April. Zero since then 🙃
See for yourself @waybackmachine.bsky.social www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/h5-...
See for yourself @waybackmachine.bsky.social www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/h5-...
November 19, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The CDC tracker now says 960+ people exposed to H5 (usually farmworkers) have been tested since March 2024. So 80 people were tested in the last few days, or the tracker wasn't updating for some time. (I'd guess the latter)
Glad to see SOME testing. Unfortunately, the tracker may not be reliable.
Glad to see SOME testing. Unfortunately, the tracker may not be reliable.
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People use chatbots as their life coaches and boyfriends, so why not as marriage counselors, too? @hallielieberman.bsky.social reports on the rise of the AI-inspired divorce for @rewirenewsgroup.com
Artificial Intelligence Told These Women To Divorce Their Abusive Husbands
Can we trust ChatGPT to help people experiencing domestic violence?
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
People use chatbots as their life coaches and boyfriends, so why not as marriage counselors, too? @hallielieberman.bsky.social reports on the rise of the AI-inspired divorce for @rewirenewsgroup.com
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When medical providers can underestimate the pain of forcibly dilating the cervix and sticking a T-shaped device into the uterus, patients fear IUD insertion. Writer Catherine Work got an IUD in 3 different countries and has some advice for American OB-GYNs.
I Got Birth Control in Three Different Countries—Here’s How the U.S. Stacks Up
Analysis: Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are an increasingly popular, long-acting contraception. But pain management and cost inhibit many patients in the U.S. and abroad.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:45 PM
When medical providers can underestimate the pain of forcibly dilating the cervix and sticking a T-shaped device into the uterus, patients fear IUD insertion. Writer Catherine Work got an IUD in 3 different countries and has some advice for American OB-GYNs.
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As someone who's lived abroad, I frequently compare the experience of getting health care in those places w/that of the US. So when @rewirenewsgroup.com was pitched a story contrasting the pain & cost of IUD insertion in 3 countries, I jumped to assign it. Wild guess: How do you think the US fares?
I Got Birth Control in Three Different Countries—Here’s How the U.S. Stacks Up
Analysis: Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are an increasingly popular, long-acting contraception. But pain management and cost inhibit many patients in the U.S. and abroad.
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
As someone who's lived abroad, I frequently compare the experience of getting health care in those places w/that of the US. So when @rewirenewsgroup.com was pitched a story contrasting the pain & cost of IUD insertion in 3 countries, I jumped to assign it. Wild guess: How do you think the US fares?
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The AP tracked down details of some of the people killed in President Trump's military strikes on drug smugglers he describes as narco-terrorists.
They were, with one exception, not high-level criminals. One was a fisherman. One was a bus driver; another a taxi driver.
apnews.com/article/trum...
They were, with one exception, not high-level criminals. One was a fisherman. One was a bus driver; another a taxi driver.
apnews.com/article/trum...
November 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The AP tracked down details of some of the people killed in President Trump's military strikes on drug smugglers he describes as narco-terrorists.
They were, with one exception, not high-level criminals. One was a fisherman. One was a bus driver; another a taxi driver.
apnews.com/article/trum...
They were, with one exception, not high-level criminals. One was a fisherman. One was a bus driver; another a taxi driver.
apnews.com/article/trum...
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To be frank: It’s insulting. Their proposed floor is $8,000 less than what our lowest-paid member makes. They want to wrap up bargaining by December, but we won’t accept less than what our members deserve.
November 5, 2025 at 5:08 PM
To be frank: It’s insulting. Their proposed floor is $8,000 less than what our lowest-paid member makes. They want to wrap up bargaining by December, but we won’t accept less than what our members deserve.
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A month ago, we proposed a salary floor of $90k to management, citing our costs of living, RNG’s wage disparities, and the fact that most of us worked second jobs in the last year to make ends meet.
Yesterday, management countered—with a salary floor of $60k.
Yesterday, management countered—with a salary floor of $60k.
November 5, 2025 at 5:07 PM
A month ago, we proposed a salary floor of $90k to management, citing our costs of living, RNG’s wage disparities, and the fact that most of us worked second jobs in the last year to make ends meet.
Yesterday, management countered—with a salary floor of $60k.
Yesterday, management countered—with a salary floor of $60k.
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This means an abortion ballot referendum to constitutionally enshrine repro rights will almost definitely be presented to voters next year, as @cameronoakes.bsky.social and o reported last month
Virginia’s Election Could Affect Abortion Access Across the South
Spanberger. Earle-Sears. The House of Delegates. Experts explain how Virginia's upcoming election could shape abortion access in the South.
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:35 AM
This means an abortion ballot referendum to constitutionally enshrine repro rights will almost definitely be presented to voters next year, as @cameronoakes.bsky.social and o reported last month
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“Black pain isn’t enough to stir the nation’s conscience.”
@angryblacklady.blacksky.app parses the racial politics of how to harness public anger against this man-made SNAP crisis
@angryblacklady.blacksky.app parses the racial politics of how to harness public anger against this man-made SNAP crisis
Let White People Be the Face of Trump’s Hunger Crisis—Opinion
Black suffering has never moved this country to act. Maybe seeing white families skip meals will finally make us admit that food insecurity isn’t fate—it’s a choice politicians keep making.
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:39 PM
“Black pain isn’t enough to stir the nation’s conscience.”
@angryblacklady.blacksky.app parses the racial politics of how to harness public anger against this man-made SNAP crisis
@angryblacklady.blacksky.app parses the racial politics of how to harness public anger against this man-made SNAP crisis
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🧵Today, voters across the country will cast their ballots in state and local elections— some of which could have serious impacts on abortion access and other reproductive justice initiatives. Here are the races we’re following:
November 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🧵Today, voters across the country will cast their ballots in state and local elections— some of which could have serious impacts on abortion access and other reproductive justice initiatives. Here are the races we’re following:
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Research finds that cities could dramatically cut childhood poverty with new tax credits:
Cities Could Dramatically Cut Childhood Poverty With New Tax Credits, Research Finds
A new report says cities could make a big difference with a relatively small investment.
buff.ly
November 4, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Research finds that cities could dramatically cut childhood poverty with new tax credits:
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new from me, @rewirenewsgroup.com is watching races in Virginia, New Jersey, and NYC tonight: rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/11/04/e...
How the 2025 Election Could Affect Abortion Rights and Child Care Costs
NYC, Virginia, and New Jersey races could change the abortion landscape and impact families’ economic outcomes.
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
new from me, @rewirenewsgroup.com is watching races in Virginia, New Jersey, and NYC tonight: rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/11/04/e...
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Abortion isn’t on the ballot anywhere today, but it’s a Leo campaign issue in several races. Meanwhile, in NYC, Mamdani’s affordability focus could mean more childcare for New Yorkers who can barely afford to have a family
new from me, @rewirenewsgroup.com is watching races in Virginia, New Jersey, and NYC tonight: rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/11/04/e...
How the 2025 Election Could Affect Abortion Rights and Child Care Costs
NYC, Virginia, and New Jersey races could change the abortion landscape and impact families’ economic outcomes.
rewirenewsgroup.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Abortion isn’t on the ballot anywhere today, but it’s a Leo campaign issue in several races. Meanwhile, in NYC, Mamdani’s affordability focus could mean more childcare for New Yorkers who can barely afford to have a family
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‘Students Are Terrified’: How Trump’s Higher Education Compact Puts Queer Students at Risk
‘Students Are Terrified’: How Trump’s Higher Education Compact Puts Queer Students at Risk
The far-reaching document promises federal funding in exchange for ideological compliance.
buff.ly
October 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
‘Students Are Terrified’: How Trump’s Higher Education Compact Puts Queer Students at Risk
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In news that will shock no one but which everyone needs to hear, abortion bans hurt the speed and quality of medical care across the board—even when treatment has nothing to do with abortion, new study shows
Abortion Bans Can Hinder Life-Saving Care for Pregnant Patients with Lung Disease or Medical Crises—Study
Pulmonologists, critical care doctors, even rheumatologists are struggling to adequately treat pregnant patients in states that restrict reproductive rights, new research reveals.
rewirenewsgroup.com
October 31, 2025 at 2:14 PM
In news that will shock no one but which everyone needs to hear, abortion bans hurt the speed and quality of medical care across the board—even when treatment has nothing to do with abortion, new study shows
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Introducing Natasha Roy, staff editor at @rewirenewsgroup.com #Reproaction
October 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Introducing Natasha Roy, staff editor at @rewirenewsgroup.com #Reproaction
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Our webinar, “Trump is Anti-Abortion: His Second Term Agenda" is happening now! Register and tune in: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #Reproaction
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Trump is Anti-Abortion: His Second Term Agenda. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
While the Trump Administration is quieter on the topic of abortion during this second term compared to the first, they are still hacking away at abortion access and other reproductive health care. Fro...
us06web.zoom.us
October 28, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Our webinar, “Trump is Anti-Abortion: His Second Term Agenda" is happening now! Register and tune in: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #Reproaction
New from me ⬇️
Telehealth Improves Abortion Care Experience for Some Trans, Nonbinary Patients—New Research
Telehealth Improves Abortion Care Experience for Some Trans, Nonbinary Patients—New Research
Gender-expansive study participants reported avoiding common health-care pitfalls like misgendering, stigma, and discrimination.
buff.ly
October 23, 2025 at 7:19 PM
New from me ⬇️
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Telehealth Improves Abortion Care Experience for Some Trans, Nonbinary Patients—New Research
Telehealth Improves Abortion Care Experience for Some Trans, Nonbinary Patients—New Research
Gender-expansive study participants reported avoiding common health-care pitfalls like misgendering, stigma, and discrimination.
buff.ly
October 23, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Telehealth Improves Abortion Care Experience for Some Trans, Nonbinary Patients—New Research
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Virginia is the last Southern state allowing abortion care past 6-12 weeks. This year's gubernatorial & legislative elections will determine whether the South retains regional abortion access. From @cameronoakes.bsky.social & @catesby.bsky.social rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
Virginia’s Election Could Affect Abortion Access Across the South
Spanberger. Earle-Sears. The House of Delegates. Experts explain how Virginia's upcoming election could shape abortion access in the South.
rewirenewsgroup.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Virginia is the last Southern state allowing abortion care past 6-12 weeks. This year's gubernatorial & legislative elections will determine whether the South retains regional abortion access. From @cameronoakes.bsky.social & @catesby.bsky.social rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
New from me and @catesby.bsky.social: Why abortion is still an issue in Virginia this election cycle, even though it's not technically on the ballot
rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
Virginia’s Election Could Affect Abortion Access Across the South
Spanberger. Earle-Sears. The House of Delegates. Experts explain how Virginia's upcoming election could shape abortion access in the South.
rewirenewsgroup.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:48 PM
New from me and @catesby.bsky.social: Why abortion is still an issue in Virginia this election cycle, even though it's not technically on the ballot
rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/10/20/v...
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Reporting on my homestate from me and @cameronoakes.bsky.social
Abortion is on the ballot in Virginia this election (even though it’s not)
Abortion is on the ballot in Virginia this election (even though it’s not)
Virginia’s Election Could Affect Abortion Access Across the South
Spanberger. Earle-Sears. The House of Delegates. Experts explain how Virginia's upcoming election could shape abortion access in the South.
rewirenewsgroup.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Reporting on my homestate from me and @cameronoakes.bsky.social
Abortion is on the ballot in Virginia this election (even though it’s not)
Abortion is on the ballot in Virginia this election (even though it’s not)
I am so proud of the work my colleagues and I do at Rewire.
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
Since we last shared an update on bargaining, we’ve received additional information about management salaries at Rewire.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
October 9, 2025 at 1:24 PM
I am so proud of the work my colleagues and I do at Rewire.
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
But by our calculations, management gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our union's 6.
We are so disappointed by this and we want more equitable pay. Details on that below ⬇️
Reposted by Cameron Oakes
Our union members are proud of the work we do at Rewire, but we’re incredibly disappointed and jarred by the vast pay disparity between management and the unit.
By our calculations, mgmt gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our 6. We deserve equitable pay.
By our calculations, mgmt gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our 6. We deserve equitable pay.
Since we last shared an update on bargaining, we’ve received additional information about management salaries at Rewire.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
The TLDR: The pay discrepancy between management and union members is deeply unsettling.
October 9, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Our union members are proud of the work we do at Rewire, but we’re incredibly disappointed and jarred by the vast pay disparity between management and the unit.
By our calculations, mgmt gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our 6. We deserve equitable pay.
By our calculations, mgmt gave themselves $942,817.55 for their 7 salaries, and allotted $464,373.70 for our 6. We deserve equitable pay.