THE  AGENDA

2026, like last year, will demand a lot from us. It is up to everyone to stand up for ourselves and each other, and to work together to fight back against discrimination.

If finalized, these rules would severely restrict access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth. As of today, there should be no disruption of care.

Department of Health and Human Services announced several actions across divisions that, if finalized, would limit the accessibility of gender-affirming care for transgender youth.

If you’re like me, you’ve perhaps just figured out how the 2018 tax code changes affect you, right on time for the next big change coming in 2026. The 2018 increase in the standard deduction alone resulted in millions upon millions of households deciding to stop itemizing their returns, and more shifts are coming. One of the side effects of fewer people itemizing is that charitable giving – one of people’s best ways to help their community while also saving on taxes – took a

The holidays can certainly be joyful, but we all know they can be stressful as well. Even with strong family ties or traditions we cherish, the packed schedules, emotional expectations, and complicated dynamics can feel overwhelming. And that’s okay. Both joy and difficulty can exist at the same time. Recognizing this is the first step toward taking care of yourself this holiday season. Here are some ways to navigate the season with steadiness, self-compassion, and connection