Lauren Hughes
@laurenshughes.bsky.social
Family doctor + health policy nerd committed to truth, goodness, respect, action, hope. I post re: my daily citizenship challenge, my way of caring for others + creating positive change. I invite you to join! #curiosity #connection #community #civility
Citizenship challenge days #83 - 94: Even though I'm behind on posting, I've been busy behind the scenes! My latest citizenship challenges include attending to a medical emergency while at a friend's party; serving breakfast at the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless ...
May 19, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Citizenship challenge days #83 - 94: Even though I'm behind on posting, I've been busy behind the scenes! My latest citizenship challenges include attending to a medical emergency while at a friend's party; serving breakfast at the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless ...
Citizenship challenge day #82: My favorite challenge of the week was making a donation to support Doug Ruch, a 55 y/o man diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer in January, whose wish is to volunteer and serve others in every state before he dies. #beautiful www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/20...
Given months to live, he decided to volunteer in every state
Doug Ruch, who was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer in January, has volunteered at food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, senior centers and more.
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April 26, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Citizenship challenge day #82: My favorite challenge of the week was making a donation to support Doug Ruch, a 55 y/o man diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer in January, whose wish is to volunteer and serve others in every state before he dies. #beautiful www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/20...
Citizenship challenge day #81: I participated in a fun Crossing Party Lines workshop last night called "Your Brain on Politics" where we discussed the role of the limbic system and its impacts on how we interact and converse with others across the political spectrum. Now, it's time to practice!
April 26, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Citizenship challenge day #81: I participated in a fun Crossing Party Lines workshop last night called "Your Brain on Politics" where we discussed the role of the limbic system and its impacts on how we interact and converse with others across the political spectrum. Now, it's time to practice!
Citizenship challenge day #80: I co-wrote an op-ed with two colleagues about the impact of potential Medicaid cuts on the viability of rural hospitals and the local economic ripple effects that will ensue. (Will post it when it gets published!) #makeyourvoiceheard
April 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Citizenship challenge day #80: I co-wrote an op-ed with two colleagues about the impact of potential Medicaid cuts on the viability of rural hospitals and the local economic ripple effects that will ensue. (Will post it when it gets published!) #makeyourvoiceheard
Citizenship challenge days #78 - 79: 1) I spent an hour this afternoon sweeping and cleaning up trash from the parking lot by my building. 2) I dropped off several items I no longer need at Goodwill today.
April 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Citizenship challenge days #78 - 79: 1) I spent an hour this afternoon sweeping and cleaning up trash from the parking lot by my building. 2) I dropped off several items I no longer need at Goodwill today.
Citizenship challenge days #75 - 77: 1) I participated in a Denver Democrats and climate change discussion earlier this week. 2) I helped organize support for a friend whose son is going through a lot at the moment. 3) I attended my HOA board meeting this week. #community #getinvolved
April 26, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Citizenship challenge days #75 - 77: 1) I participated in a Denver Democrats and climate change discussion earlier this week. 2) I helped organize support for a friend whose son is going through a lot at the moment. 3) I attended my HOA board meeting this week. #community #getinvolved
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By distracting us with fake terrorism, this administration is inviting the real thing.
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The Next Terrorist Attack
And What Comes After
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April 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM
By distracting us with fake terrorism, this administration is inviting the real thing.
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My Easter message: You don’t have to share my faith to find meaning in it. In an age of chaos and lies, the story of Easter still offers hope, truth, and redemption
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Resurrection in the Age of Outrage
Easter lessons for a nation teetering on the edge—and why I still have hope
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April 20, 2025 at 4:15 PM
My Easter message: You don’t have to share my faith to find meaning in it. In an age of chaos and lies, the story of Easter still offers hope, truth, and redemption
adamkinzinger.substack.com/p/resurrecti...
adamkinzinger.substack.com/p/resurrecti...
Citizenship challenge day #74 (4/16): I attended a thought-provoking 2-hour session w/ 4 Attorneys General from CO, NV, HI, + WA. We discussed the environment, education, voting laws, tariffs, ICE, LGBT rights, public health, immigration, health care, healthy food, due process, + the rule of law.
April 17, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Citizenship challenge day #74 (4/16): I attended a thought-provoking 2-hour session w/ 4 Attorneys General from CO, NV, HI, + WA. We discussed the environment, education, voting laws, tariffs, ICE, LGBT rights, public health, immigration, health care, healthy food, due process, + the rule of law.
Citizenship challenge day #73 (4/15): I signed up to give blood through a local American Red Cross blood drive. Sign up for one near you! www.redcrossblood.org
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Blood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. Donate blood today to help those in need.
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April 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Citizenship challenge day #73 (4/15): I signed up to give blood through a local American Red Cross blood drive. Sign up for one near you! www.redcrossblood.org
Citizenship challenge day #72 (4/14): I picked up my new license plates today at the DMV, and it was the easiest "yes" I've had in a long time to pay $29 for the annual Colorado state parks pass. Citizenship made easy!
April 15, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Citizenship challenge day #72 (4/14): I picked up my new license plates today at the DMV, and it was the easiest "yes" I've had in a long time to pay $29 for the annual Colorado state parks pass. Citizenship made easy!
Citizenship challenge day #71 (4/14): I signed up this evening to attend a Community Impact Hearing: A Town Hall with State Attorneys General "Protecting Your Rights Against Illegal Federal Action" on 4/16. Here's the link to join: coag.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Community Impact Hearing Registration | April 16
Registration form for the Community Impact Hearing with state attorneys general in Denver, Colorado, on April 16, 2025.
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April 15, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Citizenship challenge day #71 (4/14): I signed up this evening to attend a Community Impact Hearing: A Town Hall with State Attorneys General "Protecting Your Rights Against Illegal Federal Action" on 4/16. Here's the link to join: coag.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Citizenship challenge day #70 (4/14): I learned today that the Community College of Aurora that offers 10-week Citizenship Preparation courses for individuals studying for their naturalization exams recently lost a major grant through the US Department of Homeland Security.
April 15, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Citizenship challenge day #70 (4/14): I learned today that the Community College of Aurora that offers 10-week Citizenship Preparation courses for individuals studying for their naturalization exams recently lost a major grant through the US Department of Homeland Security.
Citizenship challenge day #69 (4/10): Started this excellent book, narrated by @joyannreid.bsky.social herself. I love when travel and history come together. I’ve had the opportunity to visit the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument in Jackson, MS ...
April 15, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Citizenship challenge day #69 (4/10): Started this excellent book, narrated by @joyannreid.bsky.social herself. I love when travel and history come together. I’ve had the opportunity to visit the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument in Jackson, MS ...
Citizenship challenge days #67 (4/7) and #68 (4/7): 1) I supported a friend applying for a new role. 2) I signed up for Crossing Party Lines Your Brain on Politics workshop in a couple of weeks. #keepshowingup #keeplearning
April 8, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Citizenship challenge days #67 (4/7) and #68 (4/7): 1) I supported a friend applying for a new role. 2) I signed up for Crossing Party Lines Your Brain on Politics workshop in a couple of weeks. #keepshowingup #keeplearning
Citizenship challenge day #66 (3/31): I finished a great book: The Whiteness of Wealth by Dorothy A. Brown. In my work, I have become familiar with red lining and discriminatory housing and real estate policies - and their long-lasting effects upon intergenerational wealth building.
April 1, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Citizenship challenge day #66 (3/31): I finished a great book: The Whiteness of Wealth by Dorothy A. Brown. In my work, I have become familiar with red lining and discriminatory housing and real estate policies - and their long-lasting effects upon intergenerational wealth building.
Citizenship challenge day #65 (3/30): I just experienced the coolest thing: my first time being a "reader" in the @humanlibrary.bsky.social and "checking out" two amazing human "books" for thoughtful conversations.
March 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Citizenship challenge day #65 (3/30): I just experienced the coolest thing: my first time being a "reader" in the @humanlibrary.bsky.social and "checking out" two amazing human "books" for thoughtful conversations.
Citizenship challenge day #64 (3/29): I attended @degette.house.gov town hall this morning on Medicaid. I had the opportunity to share my perspectives on why preserving this popular and effective program is so important from both health care and economic standpoints.
March 29, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Citizenship challenge day #64 (3/29): I attended @degette.house.gov town hall this morning on Medicaid. I had the opportunity to share my perspectives on why preserving this popular and effective program is so important from both health care and economic standpoints.
Citizenship challenge day #63 (3/27): I signed up to attend Rep. @degette.house.gov town hall tomorrow morning on Medicaid. Looking forward to the discussion!
March 29, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Citizenship challenge day #63 (3/27): I signed up to attend Rep. @degette.house.gov town hall tomorrow morning on Medicaid. Looking forward to the discussion!
Citizenship challenge day #62 (3/25): I had leftover narcotics from my ankle surgery that I didn't use and properly disposed of them at a local pharmacy.
March 29, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Citizenship challenge day #62 (3/25): I had leftover narcotics from my ankle surgery that I didn't use and properly disposed of them at a local pharmacy.
Citizenship challenge day #61 (3/25): I participated in my first-ever Primary Care for All Americans organizing call this past Tuesday evening.
March 29, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Citizenship challenge day #61 (3/25): I participated in my first-ever Primary Care for All Americans organizing call this past Tuesday evening.
Citizenship challenge day #59 (3/24): Sometimes citizenship isn't necessarily glamorous (and in fact, most of the time it's not), such as serving on one's HOA board and calling to get quotes to steam clean your building's carpeted stairwells. But, the deeds must be done!
March 29, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Citizenship challenge day #59 (3/24): Sometimes citizenship isn't necessarily glamorous (and in fact, most of the time it's not), such as serving on one's HOA board and calling to get quotes to steam clean your building's carpeted stairwells. But, the deeds must be done!
Citizenship challenge day #60 (3/25): I helped support a dear friend whose son faced a health crisis this past week.
March 29, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Citizenship challenge day #60 (3/25): I helped support a dear friend whose son faced a health crisis this past week.
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"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little."
—FDR, 1937
—FDR, 1937
March 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little."
—FDR, 1937
—FDR, 1937
Citizenship challenge day #58 (3/22): Donated in honor of my friend Rachel's son Brooks who lives with epilepsy. Rachel is aiming to raise $50K for the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado and Wyoming. I would be delighted if you could support this incredible family! www.classy.org/team/638195
COLORADO EPILEPSY WALK - Denver
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March 23, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Citizenship challenge day #58 (3/22): Donated in honor of my friend Rachel's son Brooks who lives with epilepsy. Rachel is aiming to raise $50K for the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado and Wyoming. I would be delighted if you could support this incredible family! www.classy.org/team/638195