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Recommendations to the Illinois Department of Public Health
Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.
These "precedented" times compelled voters to make their voices heard and demand change
Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.
Starving people does not help them find jobs, especially during a pandemic.
A statement from the Shriver Center on Poverty Law
Shriver Center Lawsuit Brings Policy Change to Ensure Food Access for Everyone.
Now is the time to push for innovative solutions and reimagine the eviction system’s role in perpetuating poverty.
Right now, it’s critical that we come together to defend the social safety net and save our democracy. Together, let’s ensure that everyone can access quality health care, feed their families, and find affordable housing. Every voice and every action counts.
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