Firefighting is a rare voluntary role, but the state’s other prisoners still have no choices, making the dangerous work in wildland fire camps more attractive.
Emma Janssen
Emma Janssen is a writing fellow at The American Prospect, where she reports on anti-poverty policy, health, and political power. Before joining the Prospect, she was at UChicago studying political philosophy, editing for The Chicago Maroon, and freelancing for the Hyde Park Herald.
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Best of 2024: Emma Janssen
Our writing fellow details her favorite stories of the year.
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Grassroots Abortion Funds to Receive Debt Relief
Since the fall of ‘Roe,’ abortion debt has become a major phenomenon in the country. The Debt Collective is trying to do something about it.
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How Trump and Congress Could Reverse Biden-Era Regulations
The Congressional Review Act gives Congress the power to nullify federal regulations made at the end of a presidential term.
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Making Room Under the Bus
After Donald Trump’s transphobic campaign, will Democrats continue to support transgender people?
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The Empty Hope for RFK Jr.
Taking on Big Pharma and Big Ag isn’t a one-man job.
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Drunk Shakespeare Actors, Bartenders Win Tipsy Union Contract
‘All’s well that ends well,’ say the union and management company.
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In Wisconsin, Democrats Are Feeling the Heat
With 15 days to go, Democratic voters in the Badger State feel the pressure of the election and are organizing accordingly.
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Red-State Abortion Tactics Push Into Deep-Blue Illinois
How pro-choice advocates in two cities moved to take on anti-abortion lawmakers
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Family Providers Face Barriers to Adding Abortion Services
Malpractice insurance companies have piled on numerous restrictions and jacked up their rates. It’s become a new form of restricting access to abortion.