Reed, Warren Join Forces to Fight Poverty

Press Release

Tom Reed traveled to Rochester today to learn more about urban poverty and meet with community members that are struggling. "We care about these people because we believe each individual deserves a best chance at success. We saw many different aspects of poverty during our visit but we truly believe this is something everyone can come together to fight and overcome," said Reed. "We are honored to work together with Mayor Warren, and others here in city and county, and are hopeful we can make lasting, meaningful changes for those in need."

"Poverty is the most challenging issue plaguing our community, but by working together to find new, innovative, person-centered solutions, I'm confident that we can rise to the occasion and improve the quality of life for each and every Rochesterian," Mayor Lovely A. Warren said. "The partnership of Congressman Tom Reed and our Congressional delegation has been invaluable as we've worked to create more jobs, safer neighborhoods and better educational opportunities, and I would like to thank him for his continued commitment to our city."

Reed was joined with Mayor of Rochester, Lovely Warren, for a listening tour where they met with members of the community struggling with poverty, before gathering with students at the Freedom School. The event was concluded by a roundtable with community leaders to discuss recent anti-poverty efforts in Monroe County, the City of Rochester and Congress, including the Rochester Monroe County Anti Poverty Initiative (RMAPI) and the House Republican Better Way proposal.

The proposals are designed to take practical steps to address the issue of poverty from a comprehensive approach and create opportunities for achievement and self sufficiency.

"We have to give flexibility to our local communities, like Rochester, to enact the policies that are working to get people on the path to success. To provide the flexibility they need, we have to listen first to make sure we know what is working, and what isn't. This is a great first step in that process, and I'm glad to be part of it," said Reed.

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