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Patty Blum: A Trailblazing Journey from Human Rights Law to Chronicling War-Time Love Letters

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San Anselmo, Calif. — At the age of 76, Patty Blum, a seasoned human rights attorney and scholar, has a wealth of achievements under her belt, including notable contributions to legal academia and impactful litigations. Among her feats is founding the first International Human Rights Law Clinic at UC Berkeley and authoring a heartfelt book drawn from an extensive family correspondence from the World War II era. Blum’s career is marked by a deep commitment to justice. She has spearheaded critical cases, including landmark civil litigations against former Salvadoran defense ministers accused of overwhelming human … Read more

Senator Patty Murray Champions Progressive Care Policies at D.C. Rally

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Washington, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., took the stage in the nation’s capital recently, where she advocated passionately for several key legislative priorities that aim to alleviate burdens on American families. These include the promotion of affordable child care, the implementation of a universal paid leave system, and the enhancement of accessible in-home care services for disabled and aging individuals. Her advocacy comes amidst growing public support for measures that would provide economic relief and support to diverse family structures across the United States. During the event organized by Caring Across Generations, a … Read more