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The Commonwealth Institute: Advancing racial and economic justice in Virginia through public policy designed in partnership and shaped by research.
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77% of us agree that Congress should renew the Premium Tax Credit enhancements before they expire this year. It's a no-brainer.

The credit boost helps over 20 million of us cover high medical costs and get the care we need. So why hasn't Congress renewed it already?
#HealthCare
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October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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It's #FactCheckFriday at TCI, and it seems everyone's involved, including the #PetsOfTCI.

Credibility _is_ the cat's meow.

We know it's rough for many people right now, so Simba hopes he brought you some joy today.
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October 24, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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¡Buenas noticias! 🎉

@senatorhashmi.bsky.social una líder poderosa en educación pública y equidad en Virginia, será la oradora principal de la Cumbre de Políticas 2025 de TCI el 10 de noviembre.

¡Regístrate antes del 12 de octubre y ahorra $25! bit.ly/tci-summit25
Volante de la Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. El encabezado dice “Oradora principal de apertura: Sen. Ghazala Hashmi.” Incluye una foto de la senadora Hashmi frente a las banderas de Estados Unidos y Virginia. Detalles del evento: Lunes 10 de noviembre, de 8:30 AM a 4:00 PM, en Richmond, VA. Enlace de registro: bit.ly/tci-summit25. De fondo, personas sentadas en mesas durante una conferencia. Logotipo de The Commonwealth Institute en la parte inferior.
October 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Exciting news! 🎉

@senatorhashmi.bsky.social — a leading voice for education & equity in Virginia — will keynote TCI’s 2025 Policy Summit on Nov. 10.

Register by Oct. 12 & save $25! bit.ly/tci-summit25
Flyer for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. The headline reads “Opening Keynote Speaker: Sen. Ghazala Hashmi.” Includes a photo of Sen. Hashmi in front of U.S. and Virginia flags. Event details: Monday, November 10, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Registration link: bit.ly/tci-summit25. The background shows people seated at tables during a conference. Logo of The Commonwealth Institute at the bottom.
October 8, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Join us on Wednesday. Register today.

Únase a nosotros el miércoles. Regístrese hoy.

bit.ly/tci-fed-impacts
Flyer titled “How Might Federal Choices Impact You?” from TCI. It announces a virtual discussion about recent changes to Medicaid, SNAP food assistance, and other federal programs, and how they affect communities. Includes photos of a doctor checking a patient’s blood pressure, children doing a classroom activity, and two people grocery shopping. Event date: October 8, 2025, 6:30–7:30 pm. RSVP link: bit.ly/tci-fed-impacts. Folleto titulado "¿Cómo podrían afectarle las decisiones federales?" de TCI. Anuncia una conversación virtual sobre los cambios recientes en Medicaid, la asistencia alimentaria SNAP y otros programas federales, y cómo afectan a las comunidades. Incluye fotos de un médico tomando la presión arterial a un paciente, niños participando en una actividad escolar y dos personas haciendo la compra. Fecha del evento: 8 de octubre de 2025, 18:30–19:30 h. Enlace de registro: bit.ly/tci-fed-impacts.
October 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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El futuro de Virginia está en nuestras manos.

Únete a la #TCISummit2025 el 10 de noviembre en Richmond — un día para conectarnos, aprender y crear soluciones.

🎟️ Regístrate antes del 12 de octubre y ahorra $25 o elige “paga lo que puedas”. bit.ly/tci-summit25
Gráfico promocional para La Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. Muestra una sala llena de personas escuchando una presentación. El texto dice: ‘La Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. ¡Regístrate hoy! Lunes 10 de noviembre, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Visita el siguiente enlace para registrarte: bit.ly/tci-summit25.’ Logotipo de The Commonwealth Institute
October 6, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Virginia’s future is in our hands.

Join us for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit on Nov. 10 in Richmond — a day to connect, learn & shape bold solutions for our communities. #TCISummit2025

🎟️ Register by Oct. 12 to save $25 or “pay what you can.” bit.ly/tci-summit25
Promotional graphic for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. Shows a room full of people attending a presentation. Text reads: ‘TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. Register Now! Monday, November 10, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Visit the link below to register: bit.ly/tci-summit25.’ Logo of The Commonwealth Institute.
October 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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You could play a critical role in centering impacted communities in our work and making the work more accessible to a wide variety of audiences.

Get the details: bit.ly/tci-careers
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September 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Today's the last day to sign up for Collective Power!

Get your tickets: bit.ly/tci-resilience

It's the night out you've been looking for: Good food, craft cocktails, the insights of Del. @kathykltran.bsky.social and more, all to the backdrop of live Blues courtesy of Mojo Parker.
Promotional poster for TCI Collective Power's annual fundraiser, featuring guest speaker Del. Kathy Tran and blues musician Mojo Parker. Event details: September 25, 5:30 PM - 8 PM, at Black Olive, 13 Broad St., Richmond, VA. More information and tickets can be found at bit.ly/tci-resilience
September 19, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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Join TCI, @dcfpi.bsky.social, @mdeconomy.bsky.social, and Immigration Research Initiative to discuss the wide-ranging harm of mass deportation.

We’ll highlight how these policies harm families, threaten our economy & disrupt communities in the DMV.

Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Promotional poster for "Federal Threats and Disruption in the DMV," a virtual conversation hosted by the DC Fiscal Policy Institute. The poster features an image of the U.S. Capitol Building with event details for September 18, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET.
September 15, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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As we approach #LaborDay, we have a new report on why #VAleg should expand collective bargaining rights to improve public services we all rely on, from our classrooms to our health departments. You can see the full report here: https://bit.ly/VA_CB
August 28, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Tickets are live! Join us at the Virginia Justice Conference Sept 11–12 in Richmond + Awards & Sneaker Ball Sept 20!
✅ Panels, strategy sessions
✅ Resource fair & expungement clinic
✅ Community & advocacy
Hear from @TCI staff Amy Wentz & Kami Blatt!
https://bit.ly/VAJC25
#VALeg #VAJusticeConference
Flyer for the Virginia Justice Conference. Header text: “Virginia Justice Conference.” Description reads: “The inaugural conference, resource fair, expungement clinic, and awards & sneaker ball are to bring the Virginia justice community together to learn, teach, and strategize for the upcoming year, and celebrate together.” Event dates: “September 11th, 12th, & 20th.” Day of Learning: September 11, 2025 – Panels, Resource Fair, Learning Sessions, Voices from the Inside Day of Action: September 12, 2025 – Panels, Resource Fair, Strategy Sessions, Free Expungement Clinic Day of Celebration: September 20, 2025 – Justice Conference Awards, Sneaker Ball, Fundraiser, Fellowship Includes QR code and logo for Nolef Turns. Background is teal and blue gradient with black paint accents. Flyer promoting the 2025 Virginia Justice Awards & Sneaker Ball. Text reads: “Sept 20, 7 PM to 11 PM, Black Olive Pizzeria, 13 W. Broad St, Richmond, VA. Cash Bar · DJ Lonnie B. Early bird ticket prices available.” Features large graphic of white Air Jordan sneakers on the right. Includes Nolef Turns logo, QR code, and Virginia Justice Conference branding. Headshot of Amy Wentz with long straight hair, smiling against a white background. The text reads: “2025 Virginia Justice Conference, September 11–12, 2025. Speaker Amy Wentz. Join me at the 2025 Virginia Justice Conference in Richmond, VA. www.virginiajusticeconference.com.” Design includes teal and blue color blocks. Headshot of Kami Blatt with long blonde hair, smiling against a white background. The text reads: “2025 Virginia Justice Conference, September 11–12, 2025. Speaker Kami Blatt. Join me at the 2025 Virginia Justice Conference in Richmond, VA. www.virginiajusticeconference.com.” Design uses teal and blue color blocks.
August 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Join @fundourschoolsva.bsky.social for a virtual town hall on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 7pm to learn more about state and federal school funding policy.

Plus, share your perspective on public school funding issues! RSVP here to receive the Zoom link: bit.ly/FOSVirtual

#FundOurSchools
A photo of people at a rally holding up pro-public school funding signs above text that reads "School Funding Town Hall: Join us for a virtual town hall meeting to learn more about the fight for fully and fairly funded public schools in Virginia and how to get engaged. Virtual: Tuesday, 8/12, 7pm. Zoom: RSVP at bit.ly/FOSVirtual"
August 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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We're proud to join @fairshareamerica.bsky.social on their national bus tour to spread the word about the harm that the OBBB will have on #Virginia families.

We hope to see you this Sunday!

Register here: actionnetwork.org/events/the-s...
Promotional poster for the Stop The Billionaire Giveaway Bus Tour. Event details include date: Sunday, August 3rd at 2:00 PM, location: Great Neck Recreation Center, 2521 Shorehaven Dr, Virginia Beach, VA, with an RSVP QR code. Sponsored by Unrig Our Economy and Fair Share America.
August 1, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Have you taken time for yourself lately?

Twice a year, Team TCI takes a collective break to rest and recharge. We’ll be out of the office for a week and return on Monday, July 7.

#RestIsResistance
Text says We're Taking a Break. TCI is closed for Collective Rest. We return on Monday, July 7. Pictures in the background show images of a dog with sunglasses, a hiker relaxing on a hammock , a cup of coffee, and someone kayaking. Text says "Why Collective Rest? Our team’s well-being is a top priority. By taking collective time off, our team can rest in a way that is meaningful to them with as few distractions as possible. Rest also provides space for healing, imagination, and invention so that we can come back stronger to the work of advancing racial and economic justice. #RestIsResistance." Images in the background show a dog with sunglasses, a hiker relaxing on a hammock , a cup of coffee, and someone kayaking.
June 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Immigrants, with & w/out documentation, play vital roles in our communities & economy

Our new report (bit.ly/at-risk-virginia) highlights the harm that removing community members en masse can have on our economy & key Virginia industries

Thanks to Immigration Research Initiative for collaborating!
Image featuring the Statue of Liberty. Overlay text says "Forcibly removing community members en masse rips the fabric of our communities, erodes trust in law enforcement, and is costly for all of us." “The Economic and Fiscal Impacts of Mass Deportation: What’s at Risk in Virginia” New report: bit.ly/at-risk-virginia Logos of the Immigration Research Institute and The Commonwealth Institute are in the bottom right corner
June 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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TCI's @ashckenneth.bsky.social joined Rep. @mcclellan.house.gov, @protectourcare.org & others to discuss the latest proposal that'll take #HealthCare away from many in Virginia.

Our fight won't end here. We'll do everything we can to stop the attack on people’s health & well-being. #ProtectMedicaid
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May 15, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Need more good news?!

The final #VaBudget includes two key #VaLeg choices to #FundOurSchools:

1. Covering the state share of an additional 4,725 support staff to help students succeed in class
2. Additional $ specific to helping students with special needs overcome barriers — a 1st for Virginia!
An image of young people sitting in a semi circle is in the background. White text over a red background says Victory! A win for Virginia's students. Lawmakers’ choice to fully lift the arbitrary cap on state funding for support staff in public schools was included in the final budget! The final budget also includes additional, flexible support for students with disabilities thanks to the hard work of many advocates! A logo for The Commonwealth Institute is in the bottom center.
May 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Need some good news?

#VaLeg's choice to improve Virginia's refundable #EITC was included in the final #VaBudget!

A married couple with two children and a $30,000 income, for example, will get over $1,000 back at tax time next year — $300+ more than this year.
A happy family of four. Text says Victory! A win for working families in Virginia. Lawmakers’ choice to improve the state Earned Income Tax Credit was included in the final budget! Qualifying families can expect a bigger refund when filing taxes next year, helping them put food on the table, keep the lights on, and more!
May 3, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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TCI is looking for a (paid!) Summer Research Intern to conduct substantive work on public policy issues.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference and exercise your data skills.

Details and how to apply: bit.ly/tci-careers
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April 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Fed proposals to cut #Medicaid threaten the #HealthCare of 2 million people in Virginia and could especially harm rural areas & people enrolled in expansion.

Our latest analysis shows how many veterans in #Virginia could be facing this same threat.

Details: bit.ly/threat-to-health-care
A pair of dog tags hang down from the top of a pair of boots. Text says Medicaid supports 1 in 13 veterans in Virginia. Source: TCI analysis of 2023 1-year ACS Census data
April 17, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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On this #TaxDay, imagine the kind of #Virginia we could live in if...

✅ The wealthiest paid their #FairShare
✅ Our tax code provided greater economic support to those who need it most
✅ We had the resources to fully #FundOurSchools & more

#ProudToPayVa
April 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Advancing racial and economic justice in Virginia requires a variety of skills and strengths.

Is supporting people in a fast-paced environment one of yours?

Apply today! bit.ly/tci-careers
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March 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Get the latest federal update & #Virginia data.

Plus, learn how some of Virginia's Congress members are responding: bit.ly/va-federal-update3-7

Want future updates straight to your inbox? Sign up here: bit.ly/tci-sign-up

#ProtectMedicaid & #SNAP
#TrumpTaxCuts
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March 7, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Gov. Youngkin’s Executive Order 47, deputizing #Virginia State Police/DOC to enforce federal #immigration law, will:

❌reduce community safety by diverting resources & eroding trust in law enforcement,
❌lead to more unreported crimes, &
❌likely exploitation of immigrant communities.🧵
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March 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM