Color Of Change criticizes GOP's reduction of Medicaid, SNAP, and student loan aid as harmful to working class families.

The Color of Change, a social justice organization, has issued an official statement in response to the recent budget resolution proposed by the GOP-led House of Representatives. This resolution aims to cut funding for essential programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, and other resources that are utilized by millions of Americans.

After the Republicans passed this controversial resolution with a narrow vote of 217-215 on February 25th, Color of Change wasted no time in speaking out against it. They strongly condemned the decision, stating that it will have a devastating impact on Black families and all working families who rely on these programs.

Portia Allen-Kyle, the interim executive director of Color of Change, expressed her disappointment, saying, "The passage of this resolution is a shameful display of this Administration's true priorities: enriching the wealthy at the expense of everyday people." She also pointed out that despite promises to make essentials more affordable, the current administration and its allies in Congress have made it clear that they are willing to strip healthcare, food assistance, and economic support from everyday working people to benefit the wealthy elite.

The proposed budget resolution, if passed by the Senate, would cut a staggering $880 billion from the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which oversees funding for crucial health and welfare programs like Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, and TANF. This means that nearly a quarter of the US population, which includes around 80 million Americans, could be impacted by these cuts.

In light of this alarming situation, Color of Change members have already begun mobilizing to protest this dangerous budget. Allen-Kyle revealed that the group is actively reaching out to politicians through calls and emails, urging them to prioritize people over profit. She stated, "We will continue to fight, organize, and hold leaders accountable until justice prevails. This is not the end – it is a call to action."

If this budget resolution is enacted, it could force states to make up for the funding gap left by the federal government. This could lead to millions losing their coverage, benefit reductions, and stricter eligibility criteria. One of the proposed changes includes allowing states to impose work requirements on Medicaid recipients.

Allen-Kyle emphasized that their communities are tired of being neglected and that they will not stand by while extremists in Congress harm their communities to please their wealthy donors. She stated, "The devastating effects of this budget plan will be felt by our grandparents, our children, and every one of us over the next decade. Color of Change will remain vigilant and engaged throughout the budget process to ensure financial security and equal opportunity for everyone."

This issue also brings to mind the recent $100 million donation from Jeff Bezos to Van Jones' organization, Dream Corps. Jones reflected on this generous gift and shared his vision for empowering communities. It is clear that organizations like Color of Change and Dream Corps are essential in fighting for justice and uplifting marginalized communities in the face of government decisions that prioritize profit over people.

[This article has been trending online recently and has been generated with AI. Your feed is customized.]
[Generative AI is experimental.]