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Documents recently made public in a high-profile gender discrimination lawsuit against Nike reveal the names of executives accused of sexual misconduct.
The records were unsealed after a media coalition, represented by @rcfp.org attorneys, fought for their release.
The records were unsealed after a media coalition, represented by @rcfp.org attorneys, fought for their release.
Unsealed court records reveal new details about Nike sex discrimination lawsuit
Records in the high-profile case were made public last month after a yearslong legal battle RCFP attorneys waged on behalf of three newsrooms.
www.rcfp.org
April 14, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Documents recently made public in a high-profile gender discrimination lawsuit against Nike reveal the names of executives accused of sexual misconduct.
The records were unsealed after a media coalition, represented by @rcfp.org attorneys, fought for their release.
The records were unsealed after a media coalition, represented by @rcfp.org attorneys, fought for their release.
Reposted by Emily Vespa
NEW: The move to funnel $15 million for sexual assault survivors through a GOP-controlled commission is part of a pattern by the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature and judiciary to deprive elected Democrats of resources and powers.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
A Political Power Grab Redirected Funds for North Carolina’s Sexual Abuse Survivors. Women in Crisis Paid the Price.
The move, which led to disruptions in services for sexual assault and domestic violence survivors, provides a glimpse of the consequences when a branch of government assumes unprecedented control.
propub.li
March 28, 2025 at 11:34 AM
NEW: The move to funnel $15 million for sexual assault survivors through a GOP-controlled commission is part of a pattern by the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature and judiciary to deprive elected Democrats of resources and powers.
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
By @dougbockclark.bsky.social
Reposted by Emily Vespa
This week, the Trump administration said it would start selecting which news outlets participate in the presidential press pool.
"The White House press pool exists to serve the public, not the presidency," said RCFP President Bruce D. Brown. [via @nytimes.com]
"The White House press pool exists to serve the public, not the presidency," said RCFP President Bruce D. Brown. [via @nytimes.com]
White House Moves to Pick the Pool Reporters Who Cover Trump
In announcing plans to hand-select the reporters who can ask the president questions at many events, the White House is breaking decades of precedent.
www.nytimes.com
February 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
This week, the Trump administration said it would start selecting which news outlets participate in the presidential press pool.
"The White House press pool exists to serve the public, not the presidency," said RCFP President Bruce D. Brown. [via @nytimes.com]
"The White House press pool exists to serve the public, not the presidency," said RCFP President Bruce D. Brown. [via @nytimes.com]
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On behalf of @businessinsider.com and @hannahbeckler.bsky.social, @uvalaw.bsky.social's First Amendment Clinic — run by RCFP attorneys — helped obtain records that fueled an award-winning investigation into the use of attack-trained dogs inside U.S. prisons.
Business Insider investigation into prison attack dogs wins awards, sparks reforms
Students at UVA Law's First Amendment Clinic, run by RCFP attorneys, helped Business Insider access records about prison attack dogs in Virginia.
www.rcfp.org
January 13, 2025 at 9:15 PM
On behalf of @businessinsider.com and @hannahbeckler.bsky.social, @uvalaw.bsky.social's First Amendment Clinic — run by RCFP attorneys — helped obtain records that fueled an award-winning investigation into the use of attack-trained dogs inside U.S. prisons.
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North Carolina health care systems have been among the first to deploy artificial intelligence tools that leaders say hold great promise. But some health care advocates — and lawmakers — are wary.
Emily Vespa reports⤵️
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Emily Vespa reports⤵️
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As AI advances in NC health care systems, state leaders call for oversight
North Carolina health care systems have been among the first to deploy artificial intelligence tools that leaders say hold great promise. But some are wary.
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January 8, 2025 at 12:59 PM
North Carolina health care systems have been among the first to deploy artificial intelligence tools that leaders say hold great promise. But some health care advocates — and lawmakers — are wary.
Emily Vespa reports⤵️
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Emily Vespa reports⤵️
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Reposted by Emily Vespa
NEW: Database by @kffhealthnews.bsky.social @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social & Shatterproof tracks 7,000+ ways opioid settlement money has been used, shining light on public health settlements worth $50B kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
In this 🧵, I’ll share a bit on how we built this & what we found.
In this 🧵, I’ll share a bit on how we built this & what we found.
How Are States Spending Opioid Settlement Cash? We Built a Database of Answers - KFF Health News
From addiction treatment to toy robot ambulances, we uncovered how billions in opioid settlement funds were used by state and local governments in 2022 and 2023. Find out where the money went.
kffhealthnews.org
December 16, 2024 at 1:38 PM
NEW: Database by @kffhealthnews.bsky.social @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social & Shatterproof tracks 7,000+ ways opioid settlement money has been used, shining light on public health settlements worth $50B kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
In this 🧵, I’ll share a bit on how we built this & what we found.
In this 🧵, I’ll share a bit on how we built this & what we found.
Reposted by Emily Vespa
Some companies that offer Advantage plans are facing push-back for forcing patients to jump through hoops for care and allegedly gaming the system to receive higher government payments.
Grace Vitaglione reports ⤵️
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Grace Vitaglione reports ⤵️
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Medicare Advantage is popular with NC seniors, but the program has come under increased scrutiny.
Some companies that offer Medicare Advantage plans are face push-back for forcing patients to jump through hoops for care.
buff.ly
December 6, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Some companies that offer Advantage plans are facing push-back for forcing patients to jump through hoops for care and allegedly gaming the system to receive higher government payments.
Grace Vitaglione reports ⤵️
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Grace Vitaglione reports ⤵️
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Who could decide the fate of NC election protests? Today’s Under the Dome on #ncpol rumors that the #ncga could settle contentious races, and what state law says: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
December 4, 2024 at 2:37 PM
Who could decide the fate of NC election protests? Today’s Under the Dome on #ncpol rumors that the #ncga could settle contentious races, and what state law says: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
The state building code has drawn the ire of people who say it’s blocking Helene relief efforts. State and Mitchell County officials reported receiving threats over misinformation on this. Quite the story out of Haywood County about how officials there are facing similar vitriol. #ncpol
Truly one of the most incredible local government meetings I have ever seen. This story has it all — #sovcit arguments, #helene relief bill veto override, a surprise walk-on and multiple anatomical vulgarities.
smokymountainnews.com/news/item/38... #ncpol #ncga
smokymountainnews.com/news/item/38... #ncpol #ncga
Haywood commissioner Ramey rebuked
Editor’s note: this story contains strong language. Since his election in 2022, Haywood County Commissioner Terry Ramey has been known for lying — about his delinquent taxes, about his votes, ab...
smokymountainnews.com
December 4, 2024 at 12:44 AM
The state building code has drawn the ire of people who say it’s blocking Helene relief efforts. State and Mitchell County officials reported receiving threats over misinformation on this. Quite the story out of Haywood County about how officials there are facing similar vitriol. #ncpol
Reposted by Emily Vespa
Breaking story on the override vote and protest:
As protesters shout, NC Senate Republicans override Cooper veto of powers-stripping bill
#ncpol
Read more at: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
As protesters shout, NC Senate Republicans override Cooper veto of powers-stripping bill
#ncpol
Read more at: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
December 2, 2024 at 6:06 PM
Breaking story on the override vote and protest:
As protesters shout, NC Senate Republicans override Cooper veto of powers-stripping bill
#ncpol
Read more at: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
As protesters shout, NC Senate Republicans override Cooper veto of powers-stripping bill
#ncpol
Read more at: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Reposted by Emily Vespa
Important reporting from @nchealthnews.bsky.social: North Carolina is holding juveniles in what amounts to solitary confinement, which the state publicly disavowed for teenagers in 2016, for extended periods, claim a federal lawsuit and advocates (1) www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2024/12/02/n...
Juvenile detention centers in NC under scrutiny for use of isolation
A federal lawsuit alleges that teenagers are put in solitary confinement, despite its demonstrated harm. State officials deny the claims.
www.northcarolinahealthnews.org
December 2, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Important reporting from @nchealthnews.bsky.social: North Carolina is holding juveniles in what amounts to solitary confinement, which the state publicly disavowed for teenagers in 2016, for extended periods, claim a federal lawsuit and advocates (1) www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2024/12/02/n...
The North Carolina state fire marshal decried claims that local and state authorities are evicting people from temporary housing in storm-affected areas after misinformation sparked fierce backlash toward his office.
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
November 27, 2024 at 2:48 PM
The North Carolina state fire marshal decried claims that local and state authorities are evicting people from temporary housing in storm-affected areas after misinformation sparked fierce backlash toward his office.
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Reposted by Emily Vespa
NEW: Gov. Cooper is in DC today pushing for hurricane funding, so technically Lt. Gov. Robinson is the acting governor. A source close to Robinson says he's considering trying to sign the power shift/Helene bill into law this evening while Cooper is out (Cooper is likely to veto it) #ncpol #ncga
November 20, 2024 at 7:54 PM
Reposted by Emily Vespa
Republican Jefferson Griffin is challenging over 60,000 ballots statewide as the NC Supreme Court race heads to a recount.
Many of his protests rely on legal theories posited by GOP lawyers that have been rejected by state and federal courts #ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Many of his protests rely on legal theories posited by GOP lawyers that have been rejected by state and federal courts #ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
November 20, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Republican Jefferson Griffin is challenging over 60,000 ballots statewide as the NC Supreme Court race heads to a recount.
Many of his protests rely on legal theories posited by GOP lawyers that have been rejected by state and federal courts #ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Many of his protests rely on legal theories posited by GOP lawyers that have been rejected by state and federal courts #ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Yesterday was a whirlwind in #ncpol. Read today’s Under the Dome newsletter to catch up: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
November 20, 2024 at 2:04 PM
Yesterday was a whirlwind in #ncpol. Read today’s Under the Dome newsletter to catch up: www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Reposted by Emily Vespa
New tonight:
Power shifts: How NC Republicans fast-tracked post-election changes drafted in secret
#ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Power shifts: How NC Republicans fast-tracked post-election changes drafted in secret
#ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
November 20, 2024 at 2:34 AM
New tonight:
Power shifts: How NC Republicans fast-tracked post-election changes drafted in secret
#ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Power shifts: How NC Republicans fast-tracked post-election changes drafted in secret
#ncpol
www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
Reposted by Emily Vespa
If this bill (referenced in @keunghui.bsky.social's post) becomes law, it will fundamentally alter who has power in NC politics and how they can execute it.
A similar set of circumstances led to similar moves in 2016 in NC and in 2018 in Wisconsin ⤵️
www.nbcnews.com/think/opinio...
A similar set of circumstances led to similar moves in 2016 in NC and in 2018 in Wisconsin ⤵️
www.nbcnews.com/think/opinio...
November 20, 2024 at 1:13 AM
If this bill (referenced in @keunghui.bsky.social's post) becomes law, it will fundamentally alter who has power in NC politics and how they can execute it.
A similar set of circumstances led to similar moves in 2016 in NC and in 2018 in Wisconsin ⤵️
www.nbcnews.com/think/opinio...
A similar set of circumstances led to similar moves in 2016 in NC and in 2018 in Wisconsin ⤵️
www.nbcnews.com/think/opinio...
Human traffickers are trickling into western North Carolina to exploit the trail of vulnerability that Helene left in its wake. For @nchealthnews.bsky.social: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2024/11/15/h...
Human trafficking risk has been rising in western North Carolina since Helene
Law enforcement say human traffickers are bringing people from South Carolina and Atlanta, trying to recruit and find victims.
www.northcarolinahealthnews.org
November 15, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Human traffickers are trickling into western North Carolina to exploit the trail of vulnerability that Helene left in its wake. For @nchealthnews.bsky.social: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2024/11/15/h...
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New from me: After protests this spring that the UNC System Board of Governors chair said caused “chaos,” the board is now considering drafting a single policy on mass gatherings and student discipline for all 17 campuses.
But the decision isn’t yet final: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e...
But the decision isn’t yet final: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e...
www.newsobserver.com
November 14, 2024 at 9:42 PM
New from me: After protests this spring that the UNC System Board of Governors chair said caused “chaos,” the board is now considering drafting a single policy on mass gatherings and student discipline for all 17 campuses.
But the decision isn’t yet final: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e...
But the decision isn’t yet final: www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e...
Reposted by Emily Vespa
SCOOP: NC legislators eyeing $830M for next Helene aid bill, per Sen. Bobby Hanig.
Hanig cautioned those on a tourism call that “we don’t want to spend too much,” and that they expect Congress to do their share. #ncpol
Hanig cautioned those on a tourism call that “we don’t want to spend too much,” and that they expect Congress to do their share. #ncpol
Legislature eyes $830M in new Helene aid as western NC struggles to recover • NC Newsline
The upcoming Helene recovery bill is shaping up to be the largest yet, with $830 million in relief being considered a week out from voting.
ncnewsline.com
November 13, 2024 at 5:14 PM
SCOOP: NC legislators eyeing $830M for next Helene aid bill, per Sen. Bobby Hanig.
Hanig cautioned those on a tourism call that “we don’t want to spend too much,” and that they expect Congress to do their share. #ncpol
Hanig cautioned those on a tourism call that “we don’t want to spend too much,” and that they expect Congress to do their share. #ncpol
This is my inaugural Bluesky post with my latest on #ncpol: Trump won, but skeptics still scour election results for irregularities. It’s a lingering effect of misinformation that mounted four years ago. www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...
www.newsobserver.com
November 12, 2024 at 9:13 PM
This is my inaugural Bluesky post with my latest on #ncpol: Trump won, but skeptics still scour election results for irregularities. It’s a lingering effect of misinformation that mounted four years ago. www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...