Defending the First Line of Defense Against Hunger
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps), is frequently referred to as the nation’s first line […]
Economic Justice
Immigrants & Communities
You’re Welcome! Photo Anthology
Nebraska’s summer cultural festivals create a perfect opportunity to recognize and appreciate the diversity in our state. By sharing music,
Health Care
What Does the Supreme Court’s Decision Really Mean?
That seems to be the big question, although the bottom line is clear: the Affordable Care Act is constitutional, and
Immigrants & Communities
World Refugee Day and “You’re Welcome” in Omaha
“We are not so different.” The boy writing on the dry-erase board had asked about You’re Welcome, a new collaborative effort in
Health Care
A Great Day for Nebraskans: Nebraska Appleseed Applauds Supreme Court Ruling on the Affordable Care Act
Nebraska Appleseed applauds the U.S. Supreme Court ruling today finding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act legal and constitutional.
Health Care
The High Stakes of the ACA
A recent article in The New York Times features several Lincoln residents, among others, who have a lot to lose if
Immigrants & Communities
Supreme Court Strikes Down Most of Arizona’s Immigration Law
Nebraskans emphasize toxic social and economic outcomes Today the Supreme Court issued a first ruling on Arizona’s immigration enforcement law.
Immigrants & Communities
As a Supreme Court Decision on Arizona’s SB 1070 Looms, States Reflect on Rippling Effect Felt Throughout the Nation Since the Law’s Passage in 2010
With the U.S. Supreme Court expected to rule on Arizona’s notorious immigration law any day now, states are reflecting on
Health Care
More Benefits to Nebraskans From the Affordable Care Act
Yesterday, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced that 12.8 million Americans will benefit from $1.1 billion in
Immigrants & Communities
Former Intern’s Views of Haiti
Micah Wullschleger is a former Nebraska Appleseed intern currently working in Haiti. “Whenever the name of Haiti is mentioned in
