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Tis concerning for Kamala.
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This op-ed piece makes a good point about what should be part of any comprehensive childcare program.
When asked how to lower child-care costs, Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance gave an answer that launched a thousand mockeries.
The Ohio senator’s response, to call grandma and grandpa, was poorly constructed, eclipsed only by his running mate’s garbled child-care take the following day.
But all the clap backs miss an important point: A comprehensive child-care policy should absolutely include kin caregivers, and those caregivers need public support.
In the child-care sector, grandparents are grouped into what are known as family, friends or neighbor caregivers, or FFNs. There are about 5 million FFN caregivers in the United States who provide regular, recurring child care — not just the occasional babysitting. They play a critical role in family well-being and children’s early learning and development.
Research commissioned by the philanthropic collaborative Home Grown has shown that FFNs are disproportionately preferred by rural families, families of color and families whose parents work nontraditional schedules such as night shifts. The study found that parents who rely on FFNs such as grandparents appreciate how they “offer flexible, culturally responsive, affordable care that feels like home.”
Yet many families that want to tap grandparents, aunts, uncles or dear family friends cannot. Even if they want to help, many would-be caregivers need an income. Vance himself, in an interview with CBS News’s “Face the Nation” last month, nodded toward the idea of paying grandparents. FFNs are technically eligible to receive public money through state subsidy programs, which are supported by grants from the federal Child Care Development Fund at the Department of Health and Human Services. About one-fifth of children served by California’s program and two-thirds of Hawaii’s are cared for by an FFN. But eligibility is limited, the application process is arduous and reimbursement rates can be as low at $15 per day. The average annual wage of FFN caregivers, when they are paid at all, is $7,420.
Public policy can absolutely bolster FFN caregiving. Colorado has been piloting a program, the Thriving Providers Project, that offers higher direct cash payments to FFNs along with training opportunities. During the pandemic, Oklahoma launched Kith.care, an initiative that allowed certain essential workers to designate an FFN caregiver, such as a grandparent, for payment from the state.
It is satisfying to scoff at the child-care word salad coming from the Republican ticket, but satisfying does not equal helpful. Child care is a pain point that crosses lines of partisanship. American families do not need squabbling over what is a proper type of child-care provider. They need a system that promotes flourishing for families in all their diversity.
https://wapo.st/4d076gi
When asked how to lower child-care costs, Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance gave an answer that launched a thousand mockeries.
The Ohio senator’s response, to call grandma and grandpa, was poorly constructed, eclipsed only by his running mate’s garbled child-care take the following day.
But all the clap backs miss an important point: A comprehensive child-care policy should absolutely include kin caregivers, and those caregivers need public support.
In the child-care sector, grandparents are grouped into what are known as family, friends or neighbor caregivers, or FFNs. There are about 5 million FFN caregivers in the United States who provide regular, recurring child care — not just the occasional babysitting. They play a critical role in family well-being and children’s early learning and development.
Research commissioned by the philanthropic collaborative Home Grown has shown that FFNs are disproportionately preferred by rural families, families of color and families whose parents work nontraditional schedules such as night shifts. The study found that parents who rely on FFNs such as grandparents appreciate how they “offer flexible, culturally responsive, affordable care that feels like home.”
Yet many families that want to tap grandparents, aunts, uncles or dear family friends cannot. Even if they want to help, many would-be caregivers need an income. Vance himself, in an interview with CBS News’s “Face the Nation” last month, nodded toward the idea of paying grandparents. FFNs are technically eligible to receive public money through state subsidy programs, which are supported by grants from the federal Child Care Development Fund at the Department of Health and Human Services. About one-fifth of children served by California’s program and two-thirds of Hawaii’s are cared for by an FFN. But eligibility is limited, the application process is arduous and reimbursement rates can be as low at $15 per day. The average annual wage of FFN caregivers, when they are paid at all, is $7,420.
Public policy can absolutely bolster FFN caregiving. Colorado has been piloting a program, the Thriving Providers Project, that offers higher direct cash payments to FFNs along with training opportunities. During the pandemic, Oklahoma launched Kith.care, an initiative that allowed certain essential workers to designate an FFN caregiver, such as a grandparent, for payment from the state.
It is satisfying to scoff at the child-care word salad coming from the Republican ticket, but satisfying does not equal helpful. Child care is a pain point that crosses lines of partisanship. American families do not need squabbling over what is a proper type of child-care provider. They need a system that promotes flourishing for families in all their diversity.
https://wapo.st/4d076gi
Even more concerning? Her loss of share of white voters compared to Biden. That’s going to crush her in the rust belt + western PA. That’s what is going to make this election decided very early on Election Day.
Not sure how to interpret the early returns on mail in ballots but not sure the democrats are feeling comfortable with the raw totals and percentage share.
Sadly I have zero support and it makes life very challenging. I miss dating my wife.
Ted Cruz could likely have beat Biden after that debate performance.
That is extremely unlikely to happen. Dems may pull the house, but the Senate is almost guaranteed to flip Red.
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Why are they interviewing a zombie?
Why are they interviewing a zombie?
Just want to ensure this doesn't magically disappear like German tanks about to get Trump did...