Monday, March 17, 2025, 4:00 PM

The catastrophic shutdown of lifesaving foreign aid is putting millions at risk of disease and death despite lawsuits and promises of waivers. And now Congress is threatening draconian cuts to Medicaid and food assistance for low-income Americans. The drama in DC is constantly shifting, making it hard to keep up.

RESULTS is on Capitol Hill every day and holding meetings with congressional offices across the country and with partners around the world. In this hour-long chat, we’ll share the latest on the struggle to save foreign aid and to protect Medicaid and SNAP. We’ll leave ample time to answer your questions and hear your concerns. Join us to learn what your support has made possible, what we’re doing now, and what’s next.  

Trump’s views on workers are not new
Lawrence Wittner, Professor of History Emeritus at SUNY/Albany who has
written extensively on peace movements, foreign policy, and economic inequality,
considers Trump’s record on American workers
(https://commondreams.org/opinion/trump-working-class). The title of his article,
published on May 21, 2024, says it all: “Trump Didn't Lift Up the Working Class.
He Stepped on Its Neck.” Here’s some of what he writes.
“Although Donald Trump, as president, proclaimed in his 2020 State of the Union
address that he had produced a “blue-collar boom” in workers’ wages, the reality
was quite different. Using his control of the executive branch of the U.S.
government, Trump repeatedly undermined the wages of American workers by
blocking raises and imposing wage reductions.
“Only the preceding year, Trump derailed vital wage legislation. In July
2019―with the pathetically low federal minimum wage stuck at $7.25 per hour for
a decade and some 13 million workers holding two or more jobs to support their

Sunday, March 16, 2-4pm
Sequoia Pro Bowl, 5501 Sandalwood Blvd.

Looking for a fun way to connect with like-minded folks while supporting Simply Living? Join us for an afternoon of bowling, community, and sustainability-inspired fun at Sequoia Pro Bowl!

After last month’s screening of Join or Die, which explored the power of community and civic engagement, we’re keeping the momentum going with a social event that brings people together — on the lanes! Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just in it for the laughs, this event is about strengthening local connections and supporting Simply Living’s mission, all while having a great time.

Cost: $25 per person (includes two hours of bowling + shoe rental)

Why You Should Join Us

Community Matters: Research shows that strong local connections lead to healthier, happier, and more sustainable communities. This event is a chance to step away from the screen and build real-world connections.

Support Simply Living: Your participation helps fund Simply Living’s programming, including educational events, sustainability initiatives, and community outreach.