When the State Incentivizes Birth, but Not Care—We Should All Be Alarmed.

When the State Incentivizes Birth, but Not Care—We Should All Be Alarmed.By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 24/04/2025

A trauma-informed, democracy-rooted reflection on the $5,000 birth bonus proposal, reproductive control, and why care must be a right—not a reward.

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When the State Incentivizes Birth, but Not Care—We Should All Be Alarmed.

More Than a Label: Why “Illegal Immigrant” Is Not Only Inaccurate, But Inhumane

More Than a Label: Why “Illegal Immigrant” Is Not Only Inaccurate, But InhumaneBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 17/04/2025

A bold and soul-stirring reflection on how the term “illegal immigrant” is rooted in racism, scarcity, and propaganda — and how its use signals the erosion of democracy. Mary Coughlin unpacks the truth behind the language, exposes the deeper crisis unfolding in real time, and calls for a collective reimagining grounded in justice, belonging, and love.

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More Than a Label: Why “Illegal Immigrant” Is Not Only Inaccurate, But Inhumane

When Soul Leads: What a Folk Collaboration Taught Me About Music, Healing, and Why I Do This Work

When Soul Leads: What a Folk Collaboration Taught Me About Music, Healing, and Why I Do This WorkBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 29/03/2025

In this reflective piece, Mary Coughlin explores the intersection of music, healing, and trauma-informed care. Inspired by a folk music collaboration, she reflects on how presence, creativity, and the artist’s heart are essential to caregiving, leadership, and personal transformation.

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When Soul Leads: What a Folk Collaboration Taught Me About Music, Healing, and Why I Do This Work

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and Healing

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and HealingBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 22/03/2025

"Snow White" isn’t just a fairy tale—it’s a mirror reflecting our democracy’s struggle against authoritarianism. In this bold take, the Evil Queen embodies the lure of power, while Snow White represents the resilience of democracy itself. Will we wake up in time? Read more on how trauma-informed leadership and collective action can change the story.

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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and Healing

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