Only 16% of private sector workers have access to paid family leave. So, what happens when a new child enters the family, when a serious illness strikes, or when a loved one needs care during their final days of life?In this episode we look at a possible solution to the question: How do we find the balance between needing to work to survive, and needing to be present for ourselves and our loved one through all the seasons of life? Guests: Arnie Burzynski, Community MemberBethany Winkles, Executive Director MN AFL-CIOShow Notes:

Bureau of Labor & Statistics Access to Paid and Unpaid Family Leave

Text of HF1200 Paid Family & Medical Leave Bill

National Partnership for Women and Families Paid Family & Medical Leave Fact Sheet

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