For Our Children
CDF President and CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson shares his thoughts on the issues most crucial to advancing the well-being of our nation’s children and youth.
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Education
For Our Children: Let’s Protect Progress in Education and Child Well-being
After a March 4 Presidential Address to a Joint Session of Congress, which both commodified and exploited children, on March 11, the Secretary of Education announced a reduction in force cutting the department’s team—responsible for ensuring educational excellence and access for all America’s children—from 4,133 to 2,183 workers.…
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Building Beloved Community: A Safe Place and Alternative Witness
It is difficult to gain a glimpse of Desmond Tutu’s “rainbow people of God” much less Martin King’s Beloved Community. Yet, we must advance this vision vigorously, speak of it openly, and build it relationally. Because the joy, dignity, and safety of our children depend upon it. …
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American Youth Policy Forum – Moving Forward
The impact of the 2024 election may shape our nation for generations. That is why I am pleased Children’s Defense Fund was positioned to host the American Youth Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., on November 8th.…
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For Our Children: Honoring Juneteenth by Asserting the Freedom to Read
On June 19, 1865, Union troops delivered the news to enslaved people in Galveston, TX, that they were free. But this “news” wasn’t exactly new.…
Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson
Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson is president and CEO of Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) and CDF Action Council.
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