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JEC Democrats
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Joint Economic Committee Democrats working to build an economy that works for everyone. Ranking Member: Senator @MartinHeinrich
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JEC Democrats
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#ChildPoverty increases the cost of crime & incarceration to the U.S. economy by more than $400 billion per year. Investing in children & their families results in long-term benefits for families & society as a whole bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/OmpSAfWzTM
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JEC Democrats
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Under the #GOPTaxScam2, the top 20% of households would see almost two-thirds of the benefits. Read more here: bit.ly/2MGh0rx
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JEC Democrats
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The wealthiest 5% of Americans would see more than 40% of the benefits. #GOPTaxScam2 pic.twitter.com/lmh4rpr5f6
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The #GOPTaxScam2 would add nearly $600 billion to the national debt by 2028, and another $3 trillion from 2029-2038.
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The #GOPTaxScam2 offers another raw deal to working Americans. Here’s how:
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Children who live below the poverty line for half of their childhood are 31% less likely to graduate high school by age 20. Providing more educational opportunities and workforce training are key investments for our children. bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/fDAbeWq120
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JEC Democrats
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In large part due to the #ACA, 18.5 million Americans gained health insurance from 2013-2016. Some of the biggest coverage gains were among Hispanic young adults & low-income individuals. Read more in this week’s economic snapshot. bit.ly/2MGh0rx
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JEC Democrats
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#ICYMI, over 1/6 of American children live in poverty. The devastating effects of #ChildPoverty cost the U.S. over $1 trillion per year in increased health care bills, child maltreatment costs, higher crime rates, and lost wages. Read more: bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/L180ErrZ71
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JEC Democrats
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On average across states, families spend 15% of median income on child care alone. Our economy won't reach its potential until we have quality and affordable #ChildCare4All. pic.twitter.com/QM4qoTs0jd
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JEC Democrats
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Lost wages as a result of #ChildPoverty reduce GDP by 1.6% per year – that’s $294 billion annually. We must ensure that children are equipped with the resources they need to participate in our future workforce. bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/VrBcPbaABy
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JEC Democrats
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Sep 14 |
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For every $1 spent on reducing #ChildPoverty, our country would save nearly $7. bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/q7lzX20OAl
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JEC Democrats
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#ICYMI, RM @MartinHeinrich recently hosted a series of roundtables to discuss the ways that small businesses are creating jobs & growth in #rural America. Read more here: bit.ly/2CGt8cp
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JEC Democrats
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Congress should encourage policies that reduce #braindrain and facilitate networking & mentorship to help #rural communities retain & develop talented #leadership for their workforce. bit.ly/2Np3Tzd
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JEC Democrats
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1 out of every 6 American children lives in poverty. We must continue to #ProtectSNAP & strengthen key programs like #Medicaid in order to combat child poverty. Read more in our report: bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/hkobEdvC3n
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JEC Democrats
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#Medicaid is estimated to have kept 850,000 children out of poverty in 2010, including 370,000 children out of extreme poverty. Expanding Medicaid is a crucial step in reducing the effects of #ChildPoverty. Read more here: bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/ibROomV4KG
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JEC Democrats
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Nearly 3,000 Americans lost their lives in #PuertoRico as a result of Hurricane Maria & its aftermath. Instead of making cruel accusations about the death toll, @realDonaldTrump should be focused on helping Puerto Ricans rebuild their island & economy.
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JEC Democrats
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Sep 13 |
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Shifting to a #sustainable, low-carbon economy could bring $26 trillion in benefits to the world’s economy by 2030. If the U.S. leads on this issue, we will reap the rewards. bit.ly/2CEStmW
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JEC Democrats
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New data from @uscensusbureau show women are still making just 80 cents for every $1 that men make. If Congress is serious about strengthening our economy, it must take real action on #EqualPay. census.gov/newsroom/press… pic.twitter.com/IhtArfqSwn
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JEC Democrats
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Health costs account for $192 billion, or nearly one-fifth, of all societal costs of #ChildPoverty. Protecting nutritional programs like #SNAP are proven to set children up for better health and economic outcomes. bit.ly/2x3I8M4 pic.twitter.com/qaTm2RKaDQ
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JEC Democrats
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Many students in New Mexico leave the state for employment because their #rural communities lack opportunity or necessaries like affordable retail & housing. Read more in our New Mexico #smallbiz tour blog series: bit.ly/2Np3Tzd
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