Raleigh News & Observer Calls On Republicans To Help Local Governments In Crisis, Cal Cunningham Has Called For State & Local Funding

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The economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic is devastating for state and local governments. But Mitch McConnell and Thom Tillis' GOP Senate has refused to prioritize funding to relieve budget shortfalls in communities, putting public services across North Carolina like public safety and education in jeopardy.

Cal Cunningham has expressed concern for North Carolina communities and called for additional direct aid to protect local jobs and spur economic recovery. From first responders to health care workers and teachers, he understands that state and local governments provide critical services and play an integral part in their communities, especially during a pandemic.

Public education in North Carolina has been historically underfunded thanks to politicians like Thom Tillis, who passed corporate tax cuts instead of investing in teachers and students, but if this continues, the country could lose nearly 2 million education jobs over the next three years.

As revenue sources dry up, the pandemic is "hitting cities all across North Carolina straight between the eyes," and the lack of congressional action is leaving our communities vulnerable at a time of crisis. The News & Observer Editorial Board writes:

"The CARES Act didn't provide enough care for local governments and the General Assembly is compounding the problem as it debates how much of the federal relief cities and towns should receive. That needs to change."

Will Thom Tillis stand up to Mitch McConnell and urge him to take swift action to help small towns across North Carolina?

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