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Congress Must Recognize Nursing as a Profession
Federal policy changes are forcing Congress to confront a larger question: whether nursing will be treated as essential healthcare infrastructure or merely workforce labor.
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Interviews with Policy “Change Agents” – Post #5
Through three interviews with seasoned policy change agents, a consistent pattern emerged—real change begins long before legislation, in relationships, persistence, and practical problem-solving. Their stories show how progress is built quietly over time, not handed down from above.
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