Only a few days ago, Senator Joe Manchin announced his Christmas present for the working families of America. Was it Christmas themed? Arguably, since Dr. Seuss’s story, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is a holiday classic. Like the Grinch, he is rounding up the good things that the people want and are entitled to.
Expanded Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit, lifting many families out of poverty? Taken away.
Reduced premiums for health insurance? Taken away.
Stronger negotiations for medications needed by ordinary Americans? Taken away.
Universal Pre-K? Taken away.
Expanded childcare, allowing millions to have someone to care for their kids while they participate in the labor force? Taken away.
Expanded home health care service for medicaid enrollees? Taken away.
Paid family and medical leave? Taken away.
Investments in expanded housing at lower prices for renters and homeowners? Taken away.
Unfortunately, this is not a children’s story and all signs indicate that Senator Manchin’s heart isn’t going to grow 3 sizes and give the people of the United States what they need and deserve.
Janssen Economics 