|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Story
Arkansas is following in Georgia's footsteps.
How so?
This week, Arkansas' Republican-controlled legislature took a page out of Georgia's book and approved new voting restriction bills. They'd ban people including non-voters from being within 100 ft of a polling site. Meaning, no food and water handouts to those waiting in line. They would require a signature match for absentee ballots (a not-so-easy feat, even for lawmakers). And prevent election officials from sending unsolicited absentee ballot applications. Gov. Asa Hutchinson (R) is expected to sign the bills – just like he did last month with a bill requiring an ID to vote (even if someone reportedly had a sworn statement).
What are people saying?
Supporters say the measures are all about protecting elections from fraud – a message touted by former President Trump during the 2020 election. Concerns over election security have spurred Republican efforts to tighten election laws in nearly all 50 states. But critics say this will disproportionately affect people of color, the elderly, and low-income communities in Arkansas. The state's ACLU called the new legislation the "most dangerous assault on the right to vote since the Jim Crow era." And given what's happening in Georgia, these new bills could face pushback from businesses.
What's the update there?
The Peach State's feeling the squeeze. Yesterday, hundreds of companies including Starbucks, Google, Netflix, and Amazon (and theSkimm) released a joint statement against "any discriminatory legislation" on voting. They didn't cite Georgia or Arkansas by name, but they didn't have to. Already, Georgia's losing business from MLB and the TV and film industry – which brought nearly $3 billion in revenue and tens of thousands of jobs to the state in 2019. And with 55 ongoing productions in the state, more curtains could close. This has Stacey Abrams telling Hollywood to "stay and fight" and Tyler Perry's hoping the DOJ gets involved in the state's "unconstitutional voter suppression law." Meanwhile, a conservative group has spent $1 million to defend the state's law, arguing that it cracks down on "special interest groups" trying to influence voters (think: with pizza, water) while they wait in line.
theSkimm
At least 47 states have legislators working toward enacting stricter voting laws. But now, as companies are showing, legislators do so at the risk of losing business for their states. TBD how voters feel about that.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Who may (or may not) be held accountable…
Kim Potter. Yesterday, the former police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright in Minnesota this week was charged with second-degree manslaughter. Potter, a 26-year police vet, allegedly meant to fire a Taser at the 20-year-old Black man rather than her gun. She isn't the first to claim that mistake. One analysis found that over the last 20 years, at least 15 officers claimed to have accidentally drawn their guns instead of their Tasers. Only three were convicted. Now, Potter faces a max of 10 years in prison if she's found guilty. The Wright family is reportedly grateful Potter could be brought to justice. But added that "no conviction" would change the fact that they lost their son.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Who people are talking about…
Bernie Madoff. Yesterday, the ex-Nasdaq chairman and investment fraudster died in prison at age 82. Officials said Madoff began a Ponzi scheme in the early '70s, using investments made by new clients to pay off older clients. For decades, he defrauded thousands of people and organizations (including universities, Jewish nonprofits, and even celebs like John Malkovich) in over 125 countries, making them think their investments brought steady returns. It wasn't until the 2008 recession when clients began withdrawing their investments that things came to light. Madoff had wiped out his clients' savings, charities, and college funds, totaling tens of billions of dollars. In 2009, he pleaded guilty to 11 charges including fraud and was sentenced to 150 years in prison – the max amount.
|
|
|
|
|
|
What's feeling minty...
Coinbase. Yesterday, the cryptocurrency exchange platform made its stock market debut, valued at around $100 billion. Founded in San Francisco in 2012, the company made it easier for people to buy and sell crypto like bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum. The company opened via direct listing at $381 a share and reportedly ended in one of the largest tech debuts ever. Analysts called it a "watershed" moment for the crypto industry.
Thing to Know: IPO vs Direct listing. An IPO stands for initial public offering, allowing anyone to buy company stock. It uses middlemen (aka investment banks) to help with things like share pricing and creating shares that are sold to the public. Direct listings are basically the DIY, riskier route, where the company doesn't work with a third party and uses existing shares to sell publicly.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Who's making news – and history...
Kimberly Godwin. She's the next president of ABC News – and will be the first Black exec to run a major US broadcast news division.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gore
That center piece between the cups of a bra. What a nice word for it. Experts say you know a bra fits when the gore lays flat against your chest.
But, true to their name, most gores are uncomfortable. Sometimes, there's a metal wire inside. No thanks. Enter: LIVELY's Flex No-Wire Bra. True to its name, it has exactly zero wires. And the cups are connected by mesh, offering stretch and support in alllll the right places. It's basically the perfect blend of function and flexibility. PS: Skimm'rs get 15% off their first LIVELY purchase. Stock up.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Part of being smart about your money is putting it in the right place. Let your goals be your guide. And let this guide help you pick the right account, depending on what you're investing for – from retirement to sending your kids to college.
PS: Sign up and join us tonight at 8:00pm ET for our final SkimmU course: Investing 101. See you in class.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Here are today's recs to help you live a smarter life…
1. Sustainable sneaks in summer colors. Think: white, rose, yellow, and green. This brand turns stuff like canvas, bamboo, and cork into crazy comfy, super cute, Skimm favorite kicks. It's basically magic. Oh, and Skimm'rs get 15% off. Wear them for all your warm weather adventures.*
2. Products that are actually worth investing in. Aka things that you'll use for the rest of your life. Because you're an adult now. Here's a stand mixer, some fluffy towels, and a crystal-clear speaker.
3. An app that brings your hood's best food to your door. Yes, we're talking about delivery. Pick from the best spots near you, tell 'em what you're craving, and enjoy. Use code SKIMM10 to save $10 on your first $30+ order.*
4. Up to 50% off at Ulta Beauty's Spring Haul Event. Your makeup collection could probably use an update since the last time you touched it (thanks, 2020). We're eyeing this Maybelline mascara and Thayers witch hazel toner. And the sale even extends to hair products. Cha-ching.
PS: To celebrate the makeover of our Skimm Your Life newsletter, we're giving away a bundle of some of our favorite products to five lucky winners. Enter to win here, and may the odds be ever in your favor.
|
|
|
*PS: This is a sponsored post.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
We like to celebrate the wins, big and small. Let us know how your friends, neighbors, coworkers (and yes, even you) are making career moves, checking off goals, or making an impact in the community.
Building resilience...Krystina N (CA). Ahead of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, she's leading a gift campaign match of up to $1,000. Proceeds will benefit youth leadership programs and COVID-19 relief and vaccinations for LA's Southeast Asian community. Help out.
Chugga-chugga woohoo...Sam K (MN). He was promoted to a senior engineer for Minnesota's largest-ever public works project. And was also accepted to Oklahoma State University's MBA program.
(Some) Birthdays...Skimm co-founder Carly Zakin (NY), Sonia Evans (IL), Kamey Butler (CA), Lexie Schapitl (DC), Erin McCubbin (GA), Joelle Rose (NY), Donna Bowker (CAN), Deavyn Schumacher (MI), Frannie Franc (FL), Macks Schmeidler (MO), Bridget Bertuzzi (NJ), Alyssa Boruff (IA), Sue Tremblay (CAN), Heather van der Hoop (CAN), Sarah Levy (GA)
*Paging all members of theSkimm. Reach out here for a chance to be featured.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
This week on "Skimm'd from the Couch": Bela Bejaria on landing her dream job at Netflix. Plus, advice on what to do when you get let go.
And if you're looking for other smart ways to spend your time…
-
Listen to our news podcast "Skimm This" for clarity on the biggest stories of the week.
-
Tune in to our career podcast "Skimm'd from the Couch" for tips to build your resume.
-
Subscribe to our "Skimm Money" newsletter to keep up to date with your wallet.
-
Sign up for our "Skimm Your Life" newsletter (formerly known as "Press Pause") for curated shopping, reads, and entertainment recs.
-
Follow us on the gram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.
- Download our app to get it all in one place.
|
|
|
|
|
Skimm’d by Maria del Carmen Corpus, Mariza Smajlaj, Clem Robineau, and Julie Shain
|
|
|
theSkimm50 West 23rd Street, Suite 5B; New York, NY, 10010, United States Update Profile
