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U.S. gender wage gap grows for first time in a decade; Trump has embraced NC's Mark Robinson, calling him 'Martin Luther King on steroids'; Volunteers sought as early voting kicks off in MN; Women's political contributions in congressional races fall short of men's.

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Rising threats of political violence, a Federal Reserve rate cut, crypto industry campaign contributions and reproductive rights are shaping today's political landscape.

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A USDA report shows a widening gap in rural versus urban health, a North Carolina county remains divided over a LGBTQ library display, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz' policies are spotlighted after his elevation to the Democratic presidential ticket.

Iowans Putting their Foot Down for Climate Change Solutions

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With all eyes on Iowa in the run-up to party caucuses, state labor and environmental groups are trying to "turn up the heat" on the issue of global warming. The Iowa Sierra Club and the United Steelworkers have joined forces this week for a "March to ReEnergize Iowa" -- a 4-day march from Ames to Des Moines, to call for climate change solutions and a new clean energy economy. Joe Richie with the ISC says with quick action, it's possible to reduce carbon emissions and stop the worst effects of global warming.

"We know what we need to do, we know how we can do it and we have the political will, we just need to demonstrate it."

Richie says while federal action on global warming is vital, part of the change can be accomplished with minor lifestyle adjustments and everyday decisions.

"It's living a life where you drive less; it's switching out the light bulbs in your home to compact fluorescent lights that use significantly less energy; it's buying products that don't waste packaging; it's recycling."

Richie says the march will unite young people, faith communities, local leaders, elected officials, union organizers and citizens to demand Washington act now.




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