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The CLC asked kids and families at Every Child Matters' Step Up for Kids Day here in DC to tell lawmakers about their hopes, dreams and needs. Here are some of their responses... Read more »
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  • CLC Statement on State of the Union


    Children’s Leadership Council Urges President and Congress to Renew

    Focus on Children Following State of the Union Address

    (Washington DC) January 24, 2012 -- We applaud President Obama’s commitment to strengthening jobs here at home and continuing to grow our economy, both of which bolster American families.

    However, with more ...

  • FRAC Call to Action

    From our friends at the Food Research and Action Center:

    Take Action: Urge Your House Member to Sign Letter to House Ag Committee Protecting SNAP and Other Nutrition Programs

    Now that the Super Committee has failed to reach an agreement on deficit reduction, action shifts to the House and Senate Agriculture Committees ...

  • Invitation from Generations United

    How is the economy affecting the growth of multigenerational households? Find out December 6, 2011 when Generations United issues its second annual “Signature Report.”

    Register Today

    On December 6th, Generations United will be hosting an event at the National Press Club (529 14th Street NW, 13th Floor, Washington, DC) to release our ...

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