Posts tagged national parks
What Does This Government Shutdown Mean?
What Does This Government Shutdown Mean?

After Democrat and Republican Senators were unable to agree on health policy, the federal government was driven to a shutdown on Oct. 1. The issue at hand relates to the cost of premiums for healthcare plans individuals purchase through the Affordable Care Act. The enhanced tax credits for these premiums are set to expire at the end of the year and have been a major factor at play in keeping ACA plans affordable for the millions of people who rely on them.  

Democrats voted against Republican’s proposed short-term funding bill for a few different reasons, one of the main ones being because it did not include an extension for these enhanced tax credits. This issue will impact the more than 24 million Americans who don’t get health insurance through jobs and public programs like Medicare or Medicaid, but instead buy it through the ACA.

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Articles, zIssue 57.6Eva Elisa Wellsrepublican party, democratic party, democrat, Trump administration, government, Government, vote, Vote, #vote, funding cuts, budget, Trump, political, politics, Politics, politician, #politics, national parks, Military, military, travel, #traveling, Travel, school, teachers, students, medicaid, congress, U.S. SenateComment
Not for Sale: Why Public Lands Must Stay Public
Not for Sale: Why Public Lands Must Stay Public

Selling public land might sound like a quick way to make a buck, but it’s a deal with long-term costs we can’t afford. These lands aren’t just empty stretches of dirt; they’re wild spaces, community treasures, and a shared legacy for future generations. Handing them over to private hands risks losing access, harming ecosystems, and shrinking the commons we all rely on. To learn why selling public land is a bad idea and why keeping it public matters more than ever, keep reading.

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Articles, zIssue 57.2Kylie Murphynational parks, nature, save the planet, politicsComment
Step up for Nature: Supporting Our Parks in a Summer of Strain
Step up for Nature: Supporting Our Parks in a Summer of Strain

As summer unfolds and millions of Americans flock to our nation’s parks for hiking, camping, and reconnecting with nature, there's an unseen crisis quietly developing behind the trees and trails. A wave of ranger layoffs is leaving these treasured landscapes with fewer guardians than ever before. From Yellowstone to the Smoky Mountains, staff reductions mean fewer people to manage crowds, maintain trails and protect wildlife. At the same time, park attendance is surging, a perfect storm that threatens the health and beauty of our public lands. Without adequate staff to manage the influx of visitors, the integrity of our parks is at risk. 

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Editor's Pick, Articles, zIssue 57.1Angelina DeSalvonature, parks, national parks, environment, environmental, protect wildlifeComment