Category: against inequality

TheVoiceOfJoyce In honor of Memorial Day, USA Facts looked at how many soldiers died in our wars from 1775-1991, 1.2 million lives lost. The rate of employment is decreasing and there are very few empty homes on the Market. We could power our way through deficits by building the 5 million housing units we need.

May 27, 2026

USA FACTS provides accurate data: today there are more unemployed , we are not creating jobs and there are vacant houses in Maine and Vermont.

Get access to the latest information. Be an informed citizen. Subscribe via Venmo to my Social Media account. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce In honor of Memorial Day, USA Facts looked at how many soldiers died in our wars from 1775-1991, 1.2 million lives lost. The rate of employment is decreasing and there are very few empty homes on the Market. We could power our way through deficits by building the 5 million housing units we need.

TheVoiceOfJoyce California has collected enough signatures to include a 5% wealth tax for Billionaires on the November Ballot. This is a beginning. There should be a progressive tax on all income from $500 up . States might consider making the wealthy pay FICA based on total compensation, thereby contributing to society’s safety net, like the rest of us.

May 27, 2026

California has 250 Billionaires and they control politics without contributing 1 cent towards taxation This will change in November when a wealth tax is on the ballot.

Support my media content be a paid Subscriber with Venmo. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce California has collected enough signatures to include a 5% wealth tax for Billionaires on the November Ballot. This is a beginning. There should be a progressive tax on all income from $500 up . States might consider making the wealthy pay FICA based on total compensation, thereby contributing to society’s safety net, like the rest of us.

TheVoiceOfJoyce If you don’t have a newsletter and podcast in your town, ask the NashVillager how to set one up. They’re linking up with other Southern regions to under Signal animals & our changing environment. They’re noting Tennessee is last in solar, wind and geothermal energy, while 33 states utilize 10% of renewables. They’re thinking state park “road trips”, to save money. My fondest memories were road trips to every fort, park and monument across the Eastern Sea Coast. Try it, it’s a great way to learn history and be a family, detached from digital devices. There’s more, read on, as Nashville considers their options to alter the City’s budget.

May 26, 2026

The NashVillager keeps expanding and gets folks involved with their city and states budget plans. They discuss Signal Animals and are coordinating with other Southern regions to understand animal changes to weather! There’s a lot to learn and share.

Become a paid Subscriber and learn about our World. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce If you don’t have a newsletter and podcast in your town, ask the NashVillager how to set one up. They’re linking up with other Southern regions to under Signal animals & our changing environment. They’re noting Tennessee is last in solar, wind and geothermal energy, while 33 states utilize 10% of renewables. They’re thinking state park “road trips”, to save money. My fondest memories were road trips to every fort, park and monument across the Eastern Sea Coast. Try it, it’s a great way to learn history and be a family, detached from digital devices. There’s more, read on, as Nashville considers their options to alter the City’s budget.

TheVoiceOfJoyce There’s always news to report: Trump is loosening rules for gyro fluorocarbon use in grocery stores. Good for large Corporations and terrible for people’s health. Freeon causes emissions and increases global warming. Truthfully, hydro fluorocarbons have been removed unsuccessfully for years. They’re not increasing grocery prices, transportation costs of goods are increasing pricing of produce and products. In other news, mental health issues are effecting 1.2 billion people globally and we’re under resourced. Planned Parenthood is sending abortion prevention medication to clients to keep on their shelves, if necessary. They’re safe. Read on. A lot is happening in healthcare.

May 25, 2026

KFF FRIDAY Morning Edition track health news in the states and globally. From deportations to Ebola in the Congo, mental health, rural health, the effect of digital devices on education, diagnostic testing requirements, etc.

Become a paid Subscriber. Use Venmo. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce There’s always news to report: Trump is loosening rules for gyro fluorocarbon use in grocery stores. Good for large Corporations and terrible for people’s health. Freeon causes emissions and increases global warming. Truthfully, hydro fluorocarbons have been removed unsuccessfully for years. They’re not increasing grocery prices, transportation costs of goods are increasing pricing of produce and products. In other news, mental health issues are effecting 1.2 billion people globally and we’re under resourced. Planned Parenthood is sending abortion prevention medication to clients to keep on their shelves, if necessary. They’re safe. Read on. A lot is happening in healthcare.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Pope Leo’s encyclical has come at the right time. AI is nascent in America and not ready for prime time. Bots aren’t ready either. In technologies haste to replace employees they’re using Bots and AI and don’t vet their systems. Fortunately, most of us are frustrated by inept systems and regulations will control usage in America. In warfare, AI used without human oversight leads to massive collateral damage. AI needs oversight and regulation. We’re learning that smartphones or other devices are a hindrance to children’s learning. In Scandinavia, schools are banning devices and using pen, paper and books to educate their kids.

May 25, 2026

Pope Leo released an Ecumenical on the Use and Regulation of AI, warning that regulation is required to save jobs and lives and livelihoods.

Become a paid Subscriber today and use Venmo … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Pope Leo’s encyclical has come at the right time. AI is nascent in America and not ready for prime time. Bots aren’t ready either. In technologies haste to replace employees they’re using Bots and AI and don’t vet their systems. Fortunately, most of us are frustrated by inept systems and regulations will control usage in America. In warfare, AI used without human oversight leads to massive collateral damage. AI needs oversight and regulation. We’re learning that smartphones or other devices are a hindrance to children’s learning. In Scandinavia, schools are banning devices and using pen, paper and books to educate their kids.

TheVoiceOfJoyce The latest policies on KFF WEEK . How many will lose healthcare care in 2026 when Medicare premiums aren’t subsidized? At least 5 million will lose coverage. Healthcare premiums have risen $1000 and pushed 2 million out of Healthcare insurance. With job losses increasing more will lose access to healthcare. Meanwhile, Trump continues to profit on the drugs he touts. The American people can’t win with Trump in office. He and his wealthy cronies are taking all the money and keeping it. There is no trickle down economics.

May 24, 2026

Get the latest on Healthcare News. Premiums increasing and more losing healthcare coverage. With more unemployed , who will qualify for Medicaid or Medicare? Vote in the Midterms.

Become a paid Subscriber. Thank you. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The latest policies on KFF WEEK . How many will lose healthcare care in 2026 when Medicare premiums aren’t subsidized? At least 5 million will lose coverage. Healthcare premiums have risen $1000 and pushed 2 million out of Healthcare insurance. With job losses increasing more will lose access to healthcare. Meanwhile, Trump continues to profit on the drugs he touts. The American people can’t win with Trump in office. He and his wealthy cronies are taking all the money and keeping it. There is no trickle down economics.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Support the Constitution Center, take a trip to Philadelphia and learn to practice civics at home.

May 24, 2026

In commemoration of our 250 th Anniversary, visit the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. Follow their blogs, book club or learn to practice civics at home.

Become a paid Subscriber … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Support the Constitution Center, take a trip to Philadelphia and learn to practice civics at home.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Amongst the turmoil and churn of this Administration, Stephen Colbert’s last night on TV was a star studded affair with Paul McCarthy ending the show. We all know Stephen and the other Comedians will return and with them will be new reasons to Cheer. Watch his star studded show on YouTube. Watch Stephen singing with Sir Paul here. Enjoy!

May 24, 2026

There are reasons to be cheerful. We know Stephen Colbert will land on his feet and reappear with the other Comedians. How tragic, The Tech Bros will destroy free speech and freedom of the Press, to assure Trump isn’t offended?

Become a paid subscriber use Venmo or Zelle with TheVoiceOfJoyce@earthlink.net. Thank you … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Amongst the turmoil and churn of this Administration, Stephen Colbert’s last night on TV was a star studded affair with Paul McCarthy ending the show. We all know Stephen and the other Comedians will return and with them will be new reasons to Cheer. Watch his star studded show on YouTube. Watch Stephen singing with Sir Paul here. Enjoy!

TheVoiceOfJoyce While commemorating Memorial Day and thinking of our history, we remember the brave patriotic souls, buried at Arlington who fought to preserve our Nation and Constitution. We can not let Donald J Trump desecrate Washington DC and the memory of blood shed to preserve our Nation , first in 1960 fighting the Civil War an next in 1963 Fighting to maintain our rights to vote, equality, justice and freedoms. Say no to Trump’s Arch memorializing Lee and obscuring Lincoln. Say No to Trump’s corridor of Heroes and Say No to Trump’s ballroom. Let’s preserve the spirit and souls of Washington DC !

May 24, 2026

Let’s take a moment to remember our past and honor those who died preserving our Union, in order to guarantee our equal right to life liberty and the pursuit of justice.

Become a paid Subscriber. Use Venmo. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce While commemorating Memorial Day and thinking of our history, we remember the brave patriotic souls, buried at Arlington who fought to preserve our Nation and Constitution. We can not let Donald J Trump desecrate Washington DC and the memory of blood shed to preserve our Nation , first in 1960 fighting the Civil War an next in 1963 Fighting to maintain our rights to vote, equality, justice and freedoms. Say no to Trump’s Arch memorializing Lee and obscuring Lincoln. Say No to Trump’s corridor of Heroes and Say No to Trump’s ballroom. Let’s preserve the spirit and souls of Washington DC !

TheVoiceOfJoyce The latest information on clinical virology, the viruses that make us sick. You can follow weekly on YouTube, Microbe TV. I’ve been following Dr Griffin’s advice, since the Pandemic. He answers questions, too!

May 23, 2026

Everything you wanted to know about viruses. The kind that make us sick. Ebola, Hantavirus, Covid, RSV, Flu, Measles and Vaccines. Microbe TV

Become a paid Subscriber, use Venmo … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The latest information on clinical virology, the viruses that make us sick. You can follow weekly on YouTube, Microbe TV. I’ve been following Dr Griffin’s advice, since the Pandemic. He answers questions, too!