The Arc of Nebraska’s Post

🌟 Historic Supreme Court Judgment on Sub-classification of SC/ST Reservations 🌟 The Hon’ble Supreme Court’s recent Constitution Bench decision on sub-classification within Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe reservations marks a monumental step towards true social justice. By excluding the creamy layer from these reservations, the Court ensures that the benefits reach the poorest of the poor who genuinely deserve them. For too long, a privileged few within these communities have monopolized the benefits of reservations, preventing them from reaching those who need them most. This judgment paves the way for the upliftment of individuals who have been deprived of their rights for generations. While political parties may assess the impact of this judgment on their vote banks, it is imperative that they recognize the true intent behind this decision. It is not the time for political maneuvering but for understanding the ground realities and supporting a move that genuinely benefits the underprivileged. We must commend the Supreme Court for prioritizing the welfare of the deprived and addressing an issue that has been pending for over 13 years. Let us all support this historic decision and ensure its implementation for the greater good of our society. Let’s rise above politics and work together for a more equitable future.

Who exactly made the definitions for the NDIS? Which person, specifically, made these decisions? Permanent with the NDIS doesn’t mean the same as for the medical field or the average person’s understanding of it. If therapies help to improve/reduce impairments, then they are called treatments by the NDIS, not therapies. The therapies are then denied. If your impairments show improvement with therapies they are not permanent, according to the NDIS, and so you are ineligible. Even though without these therapies (not available through a GP Managed Plan as this provides a total of 5 visits only per year at added expense, and not all therapies are included) the impairments become worse and are definitely permanent, according to everyone else’s definition. I thought the NDIS was supposed to improve quality of life for people with disabilities and to enable them to participate in society, and to volunteer or work if possible. How does denying people the therapies that will enable them to do these things fulfil the NDIS’ function? How are we supposed to know how to advocate for ourselves and to get the relevant documentation when the people at the NDIS won’t give us specific information explaining all of this? I would be interested in hearing of other oxymorons and illogical idiocies people have been subjected to by the NDIS. If you have had enough, if you are fed up with government rhetoric, double speak, and hypocrisy, then look at Democracy First. Real people with common sense and real logic standing for real Australians. #TimeForChange #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #NDIA #NDIS #RoboNDIS #BillShorten #BillShit #GovernmentTransparency #GovernmentAccountability #RepealTheBill #TheBillWillKill https://lnkd.in/gVupMTNM DEMOCRACY FIRST Vern Hughes Renee F. Mark Toomey Amanda Challen👩🦼 Byron Stol Annie Crowe ♿️♾️ Marie J. Erin McGrath Dr.Heena Sinha (MAICD) Mark Sweeney Peter Gregory Stevie Lang Howson Deanna Mastellone M Com

In the Daily Montanan, Marc Racicot wrote about the four qualifications set forth in the U.S. Constitution that must be met before any “Person” can be placed on the ballot and run for the Office of President: 1) you must be a “natural born Citizen;” 2) you must have “attained the age of thirty-five years;” 3) you must have been “fourteen Years a Resident within the United States;” and 4) you cannot have violated the Disqualification Rule of the 14th Amendment. In his article Mr. Racicot proposed that, "if you’ve taken an oath of office to 'preserve, protect and defend the Constitution' and you thereafter betray its provisions by engagement in insurrection or rebellion, the 14th Amendment Disqualification Rule [FOREVER BARS YOU FROM SEEKING THAT OFFICE AGAIN]." (emphasis mine) But the author is incorrect in this proposal because Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment also provides that, "Congress may by a vote of two-thirds of each House, remove such disability." The Fourteenth Amendment was written after the Civil War, and reunification was desired. Now, this doesn't mean that MAGA Republicans can remove Trump's "disability" because they are "giv[ing] aid or comfort to the enem[y of the Constitution]." In fact, MAGA Republicans are also disqualified. What it means is Trump must be contrite and sorry, and ask Congress for forgiveness before his disability can be removed, not in aid or comfort but rather in forgiveness.

A good article touching on some of the work from this past Legislative session: https://lnkd.in/gTJGvCKg

A new bill introduced in Congress targets removing DEI efforts within the federal government. Known as the "Dismantle DEI Act," the bill proposes to revoke several Executive Orders and restrict DEI practices among federal agencies and contractors. Constangy attorney Christopher Malpartida provides an in-depth analysis of the bill and its potential impact on DEI initiatives. #DEI #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Contractors#FederalAgencies

Here is a link to my legislative update from the first half of the 2024 Indiana legislative session:

The mission of the Republican Party, often referred to as the GOP (Grand Old Party), centers around several core principles and goals, which can evolve over time and vary among its members. However, some of the key elements typically include: Limited Government: Promoting a smaller federal government and advocating for states' rights and local governance. Economic Freedom: Supporting free-market capitalism, lower taxes, and reducing regulation to stimulate economic growth and encourage entrepreneurship. Personal Responsibility: Emphasizing individual accountability and personal responsibility in various aspects of life, including business, education, and welfare. National Security: Focusing on a strong national defense and ensuring the safety and security of the United States. Traditional Values: Upholding conservative social values, often rooted in religious principles, and advocating for family structures and community ethics. Second Amendment Rights: Supporting the right to bear arms and advocating for gun ownership rights. Immigration Control: Promoting policies that secure borders and enforce immigration laws while also advocating for legal immigration channels. Healthcare Reform: Seeking to reform healthcare systems to increase competition and lower costs, often opposing government-run health systems.

How did Florida organizers get abortion on the ballot? Two words: ballot measures. Also known as ballot initiatives, they’re a way for citizens to pass laws or constitutional amendments at the ballot box instead of waiting for their representatives to take action. 23 states and Washington D.C. currently allow citizen-initiated ballot measures, though the ballot measure process has faced attacks from extreme state legislatures. It makes sense that anti-democracy politicians and groups would want to limit or even eliminate ballot measures, seeing how these initiatives have proven to be a tremendously effective tool for change. We launched our Ballot Measure Rescue Campaign because we know how important it is to protect direct democracy and to amplify voters’ voices. #BallotMeasures #DirectDemocracy #AbortionRights #ReproductiveRights https://lnkd.in/e8wxg3Hb 

A new bill introduced in Congress targets removing DEI efforts within the federal government. Known as the "Dismantle DEI Act," the bill proposes to revoke several Executive Orders and restrict DEI practices among federal agencies and contractors. Constangy attorney Christopher Malpartida provides an in-depth analysis of the bill and its potential impact on DEI initiatives in the link below. #DEI #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Contractors#FederalAgencies