New York
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NYC Freedom Schools Summer 2019
As summer winds down and students start heading back to school, I wanted to remember the Freedom Schools in New York City this summer that were full of fun, fellowship and freedom! From Red Hook all the way to the Bronx, Freedom Schools served over 400 young people ages 5 to 18 years old.
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CDF-NY Statement on Public Charge
The relentless, immoral assault on immigrant children and families by this Administration continues. The Department of Homeland Security Public Charge rule announced today and finalized on Wednesday will further threaten the health and well-being of these families, subjecting them to increased risk of poverty, hunger and a lack basic health care.
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Assaults On Immigrant Children And Families
Since the beginning of this Administration, there has been a relentless assault on immigrant families, threatening their safety and well-being. We remain vocal in our opposition to existing and proposed practices.
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Lead Poisoning Prevention
Last week, I attended an event held by Cooper Square and Lead Dust Free NYC (LDFNYC) devoted to creating awareness of lead poisoning prevention in New York City. Lead poisoning is a completely preventable, but irreversible condition that impacts children for a lifetime. Even children with the lowest detectable blood lead levels may develop permanent brain damage and lifelong behavioral problems.
