Identify two coalitions that your state nursing association actively works with.

The American Nurses Association describes advocacy as a core pillar in nursing.

Describe the role of advocacy within the history of nursing’s development in the United States.
What is the relevance of nursing’s history to political advocacy today?
Read the Case Study: Strengths in Coalitions (Nickitas, page 16)

Identify two coalitions that your state nursing association actively works with.
Describe the policy issues that these coalitions address.

Discussion should be a robust 2-3 paragraphs long. Incorporate this week’s readings into your response.