Economic Opportunity
Modern and Fair: Expanding the Sales Tax to Reflect the “New Economy”
In order to have a budget that makes critical investments in community needs, like public education, health care, and housing,...
Continuing the path to a $15 minimum wage is the right choice for families and our economy
This column originally appeared in Cardinal News As elected officials discuss ways to boost Virginia’s economy, many often overlook...
How House and Senate Budget Proposals Would Impact Virginia Communities
When lawmakers make bold choices to raise resources, we can invest more in all of us. Last week, the House...
Tax Policy in Virginia
When we invest together in the foundations that benefit all of us, our communities thrive. Intentional policy decisions made over...
Paid Time Off to Care: A Critical Tool for Racial, Gender, and Economic Justice
Being home when you are adjusting to life with a newborn, caring for your partner while they are seriously ill,...
Support Virginia Families through a Commonwealth Kids Credit
Originally published Jan 17, 2023; Updated Feb 2, 2024 True economic prosperity means that families are doing well and have...
How the Governor’s Proposed Budget Would Impact Virginia Communities
Whether we have $10 or $10 million in our bank account, we all want to live in a place where...
Federal & State Action Can Offer Support to Virginia’s Families
Virginia’s families deserve policy choices that value and recognize the unique challenges they face. Two proposals can help Virginia families...
Digging Deeper: How the Governor’s Proposal Increases Taxes for Low-Income Families, Gives Significant Cuts to the Wealthy
When we all pitch in our fair share, we can invest in the programs and services that help everyone to...