Congress should protect federal benefits to foster children that have been raided by state agencies
Social Mobility
The American Dream is about the ability to pursue happiness and better oneself and others. If people work hard, they should be able to climb the economic and social ladder. That’s why America earned the moniker the “Land of Opportunity.”
As more people begin to lose faith in the American Dream, policy leaders must get to work on solutions that restore social mobility, especially to those who need it most.
Low-income Americans find themselves ensnared in the safety net, stranded by benefits cliffs. Structural flaws keep them from getting ahead and becoming independent. Our nation’s welfare policies should encourage work and family formation. Every American should experience dignity in work and the power of creating value for others.
All Social Mobility
The state should take steps to increase opportunity for all struggling Californians
Without proper guidance, officers are in a catch-22, pitting public safety against criminal accountability
Alleviating the “benefit cliff” can provide a better incentive for individuals to join and stay in the workforce
The rise in poverty rates reflects the expiration of several benefits provided during the pandemic and the continuing failure to pull Americans out of poverty
Whether or not cities offer “accountability pay” with their body cameras, it is important they implement sound, transparent policies to govern their use
Overall crime trends are more ambiguous—including a shocking rise in auto thefts—but there is good reason to be optimistic
This could affect who receives government benefits and how much the government spends on anti-poverty programs