Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, this past year exposed deep inequities in our society, but it did not create them. In San Diego County, 60 percent of families couldn't access the childcare they needed before the pandemic. We know it has only gotten worse. It isn't enough to just get back to normal. For too many families, ``normal'' wasn't working. That is why I am so proud that, this week, we will pass appropriations legislation that increases funding for education, healthcare, childcare, and more. I am proud that the package includes $3 million in local project funding for my district, including funding to boost early learning and multimedia education in Linda Vista and City Heights and to make Balboa Park more accessible. I am also grateful that the package includes my request for $1 million for San Diego County's Child Care Expansion Fund to help providers increase available spots for care. There is so much work to be done to build the future we deserve, and I am grateful to be here doing it on behalf of the community that I love. ____________________”