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With Council Changes, the FY 2025 Budget Advances Educational Equity

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Centering Black Women in Policy Would Lead to a More Inclusive, Equitable Economy 

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DCFPI Welcomes Dana Hock as Our New Grants Administrative Associate 

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DC Council Makes Progress but Fails to Raise Adequate Revenue for Critical Programs at First Budget Vote 

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Claims that DC Spending is “Out of Control” are Wrong

DC’s Local Fund budget—the portion primarily funded by residents’ income, property, and sales tax dollars–has held steady over the last 20 years, when taken as a share of the economy.

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DC Council can Celebrate Mother’s Day by Honoring the Needs of District Moms 

On Mother’s Day, the DC Council should honor moms and the commitments it made to families by restoring funding for the PEF and the child care subsidy program to ensure accessible, affordable, and high-quality child care for all District parents. 

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Unshared Sacrifice and Unkept Promises: First Look at the Mayor’s Budget 

Despite calling for “shared sacrifice” in a time of budget constraints, Mayor Bowser’s proposed fiscal year (FY) 2025 budget and financial plan demands the biggest sacrifices from DC’s lowest income residents while prioritizing the wealthiest businesses.

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CFO Overreach on Reserves Policy May Hurt Black and Brown Women the Most

Every dollar that DC must use to replenish the reserve earlier than what is legally required is one lawmakers don’t have to help residents afford rent and put food on the table.

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DC’s Labor Market is Failing Young Black Workers

Labor market inequities among young adults have negative ripple effects, holding back their economic security and DC’s economy.

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DCFPI Welcomes Nadia Salazar as Our New Senior Campaigns Manager

Nadia Salazar Sandi will lead our strategic campaigns, working closely with colleagues and advocacy partners to develop, implement, and advise on organizing strategy driven by the DC Fiscal Policy Institute’s partnerships and research.

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