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Illinois Legislators Pass Measure to Help Families Pay Down Debt

This legislation brings long-overdue relief to consumers who are trying to pay off their debts and achieve financial stability.

Government Should Support Economic Security for Workers, Not Cause Financial Woes

The federal government shutdown taught us some important lessons.

Trump Administration’s Proposal to Limit Access to SNAP Would Harm Hungry People Across America

Proposed work requirements threaten benefits for millions of SNAP recipients.

Making WIC Work in Illinois

In 2015, the WIC program supported only 43.5% of eligible Illinois.

To the Pritzker Administration: A Blueprint to Economic & Racial Justice for Illinois

Incoming Governor Pritzker has a crucial opportunity to put Illinois on a path of progress

Shriver Center Urges Congress to Re-Open Government, Fund Critical Services

The most vulnerable communities in America will be the first to bear the brunt of the consequences of this damaging shut-down.

Cruel “Public Charge” Proposal Would Drive Immigrant Families Further into the Shadows

Under this inhumane new standard, immigration officials could turn away immigrants who have received assistance from a variety of safety net programs.

A Closer Look at Poverty Under the Trump Administration

We must continue the fight to end poverty and advance racial justice.