State Sen. Lakesia Collins: Prioritize funding after-school programs – Chicago Sun-Times

"As chair of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, I’ve fought to secure $50 million in the state budget for after-school grants. But I also know that funding without timely follow-through is an empty promise. Delays in releasing those funds are already putting these programs at risk — and families can’t afford to wait."
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Hello, Indiana !
8 months ago

Trump, like many taxpayers, is tired of funding people to meet the obligations they assumed when they decided to have children. If a mother has to work her tail off to make ends meet, then it’s time to put the clampdown on carefree baby daddies.

mqyl
8 months ago

Nah, Illinois is much more used to focusing on the effect and not the cause. It’s more costly that way, but it’s only … well, you know.

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