Dear John,
In case you missed it...this week the Voices for Human Needs blog reports on mounting opposition to proposed sweeping budget cuts in House spending bills. And we comment on President Biden's historic decision to not seek another term in office. Meanwhile, if you know of colleagues, friends, family members or others who you think should subscribe to the weekly Voices blog summary, please encourage them to do so here.
This week on the blog...
Human needs advocates gather in U.S. Capitol to oppose spending cuts
July 26
Led by Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-CT and Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, advocates gathered earlier this week to warn of the effects of proposed cuts to human needs programs. The speakers, including advocates for human needs, education, the environment, labor and public health, among others, warned of both dangerous spending cuts and harmful and discriminatory policy riders sprinkled throughout all 12 fiscal year 2025 House spending bills. READ MORE ?
Statement by CHN on the announcement that President Biden will not seek a second term
July 22
President Biden and his Administration have achieved historic advances towards meeting our vital needs. ?We applaud his accomplishments and thank him for his continued service to the nation. READ MORE ?
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