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Wendy Jones
@wendyjonesmn.bsky.social
Nonprofit director, foodie, history nerd, election judge, childless cat lady. Lover of baseball, quirky Americana, democracy, road trips, Minnesota State Fair, human decency, and a chatty bass player.
On April 5, we’re uniting to say Hands Off! Join me to fight back against Trump’s unprecedented power grab. app.sosha.ai/s/EC72fJst
Join me on April 5th
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March 22, 2025 at 12:40 PM
One a leading example of how corportions could be a force for social good, Target is perhaps now showing its true colors. As a Minnesotan, I am especially saddened and angry. I used to believe we had something special here.
Target will not have a presence at Twin Cities Pride, festival organizers said on social media the same day the corporation announced plans to scale back diversity initiatives.
Target won’t participate in Twin Cities Pride, festival organizers say
The announcement came the same day the corporation announced plans to scale back diversity initiatives.
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January 26, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Ignorance, hatred, and shame must never be allowed to keep people from living their lives fully in recovery.
Gender-affirming care is critical to long-term recovery from substance use disorder for many in our community. When we fight for recovery-oriented systems of care, we must be clear that we are also fighting for inclusive and equitable healthcare for all.
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How Gender-Affirming Care Saved My Life and Guided Me to Recovery
When I think about the moments that truly saved my life, gender-affirming care stands at the forefront. For so long, I lived as someone I didn't recognize, trying to navigate the world with a mask I h...
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January 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Reposted by Wendy Jones
Mental health and substance use disorders are chronic health conditions. Insurers are required by law to cover these conditions, but too often, they do not, and the law is not enforced. Speak up and speak out. #reccoveryadvocacy
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Insurers Failed to Comply With Mental Health Coverage Law, Department of Labor Report Finds
The probe found widespread noncompliance and violations of federal law in how health plans and insurers cover mental health care, echoing the findings of a recent ProPublica investigation.
www.propublica.org
January 26, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Reposted by Wendy Jones
Join MARCO at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5 for #RecoveryDayontheHill!
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Recovery Day on The Hill – MARCO
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January 26, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Left the dark place a while ago. Glad to be here at Bluesky! Wishing you all some comfort and strength for the days ahead. Pie makes everything better, IMHO, so here you go!
November 17, 2024 at 4:57 PM