Or it could be the Governor's proposals to cut $1 billion in corporate taxes and income taxes on the highest earners. Alternatively, $1 billion could be invested in low-income housing. The Governor and many legislators want policies that benefit those not poor. In Virginia, we can choose to end poverty, or not. Poverty, by America is an easy read -- lots of information but presented in a passionate way. I read the book, ordered copies from my staff, then reviewed the author's book schedule and saw that he was going to be in DC -- not far from Richmond unless you have to drive on I-95. The author agreed to come to Richmond on May 4 and talk with us about his new book. And, we are offering a virtual program simultaneously. The event is being jointly sponsored by VICPP, The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis, The Virginia Poverty Law Center (two of the key anti-poverty groups with whom we work), the Richmond Public Library, and the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond (a leading foundation fighting poverty). BBGB Bookstore will be selling books at the in-person event.
So, read the book. And, come to the event -- in person or virtually. Both events are free, but you must register ahead of time to assure a spot. Register below.
Fighting to end poverty,
Kim Bobo
Executive Director |
