Arthritis is a significant health issue, being the top cause of disability in the U.S. It affects:

• More than a quarter of adults
• About 300,000 kids

Thanks to research, advanced treatments like biologics and biosimilars are now available. These treatments:

• Help patients
• Create jobs
• Boost local economies
• Cut healthcare costs

The Catch: Federal Funding at Risk

Federal funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is at risk. If the Department of Health and Human Services cuts this funding:

• Medical research and innovation could slow down
• Patients, especially in Massachusetts, could suffer

Solution: Protect the NIH. When funding is cut, progress stalls, and patients suffer.

Abortion: The Overlooked Issue

Every year, about 50 million unborn children worldwide are affected by abortion. These children:

• Have no voice
• No protection
• No chance to defend themselves

Yet, they are often overlooked, even by those who advocate for the poor and oppressed.

Pope Leo XIV's recent document, “On Love for the Poor,” highlights the importance of caring for the vulnerable. However, it surprisingly leaves out the unborn. This omission is puzzling, especially considering the countless volunteers and organizations that work tirelessly to support life and advocate for the unborn.

It's crucial to recognize the value of every life, including the unborn. Ignoring this issue does a disservice to the very principles of compassion and justice that the document aims to uphold.

Voting: Every Vote Matters

During a hand recount at North High School, observers noticed something interesting:

• Some ballots were blank
• Some had only one vote
• Others had too many votes

This might seem trivial, but it highlights an important point: every vote matters. Following the rules of the process ensures that:

• Each vote counts
• Civic responsibility is upheld