As we head into the first full winter of the Coronavirus pandemic, too many Americans lack the financial support, housing protections, and access to health care that are critical to staying safe.
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Renters and homeowners must have the confidence that they can remain housed for the duration of this pandemic and not evicted in the dead of winter. #HousingisHealth
The millions of people without work must have the income supports to feed their families and to protect themselves and their communities. cbpp.org/research/pover…
Those fortunate enough to have work must have the confidence that should they or someone in their household fall ill, they can take #paidleave to protect their families, their co-workers, and often their customers. thehill.com/opinion/financ…
With rates of food insecurity spiking, a significant and permanent increase in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Benefits is long overdue. stateofchildhoodobesity.org/policy/snap/
States and health systems must have the funds necessary to handle this winter surge while planning for the equitable and swift distribution of #vaccines.
And lastly, we cannot neglect the reality of this nation’s long legacy of structural racism. Without action, while every community will be affected, Black, Latino, and Native Americans will continue to bear the brunt of the pandemic.
As we enter a dangerous period, the actions of government and individuals will likely determine how many people die and whose lives our society values. Lawmakers must act to provide the resources so people can protect their lives and livelihoods.
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