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John, as you probably know, we go to Congress to get things done for the people that elected us — the people in our district and state! One of the specific ways we are able to do that is through a process called district appropriations. Where we can ask for funding for vital projects that directly help and support our communities.
This year I requested nearly $23 million, with more than $7 million budgeted to tackle homelessness and housing insecurity, and other amounts for mental health and substance abuse treatment, for public safety and other key priorities. And as a senator, I will work tirelessly to continue bringing vital resources home to help with the real, urgent needs our communities face, and help other colleagues do the same. To ensure this happens, can I count on you to chip in to my campaign today to send me to the U.S. Senate?
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This is a major priority for me because we have the opportunity in Congress to help address homelessness and tackle the challenge of increasing affordable housing — not only in my state, but in each of our communities across the country.
For example, right now I’m working to secure $3 million for the Gower Street Apartments in Hollywood, affordable housing for seniors, many of whom were previously homeless. The building is old, the elevator often doesn’t work, and it needs updating. The millions in funding would go towards updating the original 1930’s building to improve accessibility for its senior residents.
I’m advocating for these funds because all people, including our seniors, deserve to have a safe, comfortable, and secure place to live. And this is just one example of how Congress can help address real world issues on the ground at home.
The sad truth is that some of my colleagues won’t fight to bring back resources to their district or state. But for me, being in Congress is about getting results rather than mere rhetoric. And if it’s a choice between helping someone get off the street vs. a campaign talking point — I’m going to pick helping people every day.
If representatives or senators aren’t willing to fight for every dollar they can to meet the needs of their constituents, then it simply means that thousands of people that could be living in a home or shelter will remain on the street. And that makes no sense to me.
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Thank you for taking the time to read this and for taking action.
— Adam
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