Category: Democracy

TheVoiceOfJoyce TheKFF Morning Edition the news provided centers on women’s health. The abortion drugs are seeking clearance for mailing nationwide to prevent women’s deaths. These drugs have a proven track record of use and deserve over the counter availability. In other news, work requirements for Medicaid, though a non issue, will keep thousands off Medicaid in every state. One reason to vote in every election, immediately after the Midterms, insurance subsidies will not be allocated. This makes me angry, when I know the Fossil Fuel industry is still getting $600 Billion- $1 Trillion in subsidies, plus windfall profits during the Iran “crisis “?

May 28, 2026

KFF the latest info on Mifepristone release, Medicaid work rules, SNAP benefits and hantavirus infections.

Stay informed, become a paid Subscriber with Venmo … More TheVoiceOfJoyce TheKFF Morning Edition the news provided centers on women’s health. The abortion drugs are seeking clearance for mailing nationwide to prevent women’s deaths. These drugs have a proven track record of use and deserve over the counter availability. In other news, work requirements for Medicaid, though a non issue, will keep thousands off Medicaid in every state. One reason to vote in every election, immediately after the Midterms, insurance subsidies will not be allocated. This makes me angry, when I know the Fossil Fuel industry is still getting $600 Billion- $1 Trillion in subsidies, plus windfall profits during the Iran “crisis “?

TheVoiceOfJoyce The MAGA Republican Party is tracking like it’s 1854 and they’re about to lose both houses of Congress and the state of Texas for unpopular policies. No one wants Ken Paxton to win; Paxton has too much baggage and indictments. 🤞James Talarico has a chance and state wide perhaps folks are fed up with Trump’s corruption and higher prices everywhere. We’ll see. There was a dramatic change in 1854 and 2026 may be the next political change inflection bringing good policy and concern for all people back to Texas.

May 28, 2026

With a lot of MAGA money Paxton won the GOP primary! Not sure with all his baggage, especially calling out Tylenol use during pregnancy, he’s going to win against James Talerico! The GOPis undergoing transition, similar to 1854.

Become a paid Subscriber and keep up with the News. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The MAGA Republican Party is tracking like it’s 1854 and they’re about to lose both houses of Congress and the state of Texas for unpopular policies. No one wants Ken Paxton to win; Paxton has too much baggage and indictments. 🤞James Talarico has a chance and state wide perhaps folks are fed up with Trump’s corruption and higher prices everywhere. We’ll see. There was a dramatic change in 1854 and 2026 may be the next political change inflection bringing good policy and concern for all people back to Texas.

TheVoiceOfJoyce For a rural newsletter, the NashVillager covers a lot of topics. Wellness conferences, executions and method feasibility, they’re suing Publix for contributing to the Opioid Crisis and so much more . Nashville citizens are involved.

May 28, 2026

The NashVillager covers the execution, the OpioidCrisis vs Publix, Wellness Conference and the Mayor’sBudget.

Keep up with the news become a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce For a rural newsletter, the NashVillager covers a lot of topics. Wellness conferences, executions and method feasibility, they’re suing Publix for contributing to the Opioid Crisis and so much more . Nashville citizens are involved.

TheVoiceOfJoyce ICE & DHS are out of control. They’re using billions of taxpayers money to fund contractors building inadequate facilities, housing immigrants complying with procedures. They’re not providing healthcare, education or decent food to people , who now have little chance to have their case heard. Why are we inhumane? Why are we pepper spraying the NJ Governor and Andy Kim? What are the facilities hiding? Is fending off oversight legal? Do we have a need for these detention centers when Immigrants were complying with the Law?

May 27, 2026

CoreCivic and Geo are making billions while providing inadequate,dirty , lacking services facilities, for immigrants who obeyed the Law. Why are they detained?

Become a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce ICE & DHS are out of control. They’re using billions of taxpayers money to fund contractors building inadequate facilities, housing immigrants complying with procedures. They’re not providing healthcare, education or decent food to people , who now have little chance to have their case heard. Why are we inhumane? Why are we pepper spraying the NJ Governor and Andy Kim? What are the facilities hiding? Is fending off oversight legal? Do we have a need for these detention centers when Immigrants were complying with the Law?

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 Upcoming events for the Summer, for protesters with Rise & Resist NYC.

May 26, 2026

Rise & Resist is conducting weekly protest actions in NYC throughout the Summer Months. Calling out Fox News, they should add Larry Ellison, law firms and reading the names of those murdered by ICE. Join them, I have. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Upcoming events for the Summer, for protesters with Rise & Resist NYC.

TheVoiceOfJoyce The continuing saga of Trump’s War in Iran. If he hadn’t torn up the Nuclear Agreement & renegotiated it, we wouldn’t be at War. We are at War with Iran and the GOP hawks want action. This morning, mine layers in the Strait of Hormuz were bombed along with a port. Though peacemakers are on their way to Qatar. Every stage of negotiations will be linked to sanction relief. That’s reasonable. Tulsi Gabbard of National Intelligence is gone. Trump has his Party to contend with and now he’s made Republican enemies. If the War was used to duck the Epstein Files, Massie will assure they’re in the Public eye. Meanwhile, Trump has until 6/2 to make a deal with Iran or the GOP caucus will force him out of Iran. The country is reeling from high prices and inflation caused by higher fuel costs. Globally the extra emissions from Wars is causing man made drought, heat and weather extremes. Our World is interconnected and the strongmen are causing more harm than good!

May 26, 2026

The rise and fall of Tulsi Gabbard. Wrong place, wrong time. Trump battles with way forward in Peace deal with Iran. Meanwhile, he lives in a world dominated by hatred’s and projections of revenge. He has until 6/2 to make a deal.

Become a paid Subscriber. Contribute via Venmo or Zelle. TheVoiceOfJoyce@Earthlink.net … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The continuing saga of Trump’s War in Iran. If he hadn’t torn up the Nuclear Agreement & renegotiated it, we wouldn’t be at War. We are at War with Iran and the GOP hawks want action. This morning, mine layers in the Strait of Hormuz were bombed along with a port. Though peacemakers are on their way to Qatar. Every stage of negotiations will be linked to sanction relief. That’s reasonable. Tulsi Gabbard of National Intelligence is gone. Trump has his Party to contend with and now he’s made Republican enemies. If the War was used to duck the Epstein Files, Massie will assure they’re in the Public eye. Meanwhile, Trump has until 6/2 to make a deal with Iran or the GOP caucus will force him out of Iran. The country is reeling from high prices and inflation caused by higher fuel costs. Globally the extra emissions from Wars is causing man made drought, heat and weather extremes. Our World is interconnected and the strongmen are causing more harm than good!

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 It’s Memorial Day and many are with their families today.

May 25, 2026

We’re reflecting on War today and I have some thoughts to share with you. I prefer diplomatic solutions to loss of life. I don’t think hypersonic missiles, nuclear weapons or robotic weapons should be our future. My robot against yours? What do you think? I’m a builder, a creator and prefer construction to destruction. Destruction is too easy! … More TheVoiceOfJoyce It’s Memorial Day and many are with their families today.