Emphasizes importance of child care and community support
State Rep. Stephanie A. Young (D-Detroit) and her guest, LaTrice McClendon, on the House floor on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, at the Capitol Building in Lansing.
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2025 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her seventh State of the State Address before a joint legislative session today. In her speech, the governor discussed her plan to lower costs for families ahead of looming tariffs, increase the workforce and deliver results for the people of Michigan. After the address, state Rep. Stephanie A. Young (D-Detroit) issued the following statement:
“When we invest in child care, we invest in the foundation of our communities — which is our families. Every working parent deserves the peace of mind that their children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment while they pursue opportunities to build a better future.
“Love is the work, and that means ensuring that every Michigander — no matter their zip code — has access to the support they need to thrive. There’s a traditional Kenyan greeting that asks, ‘And how are the children?’ because the wellbeing of our kids is the truest measure of a society’s success. When our children are well, our communities are strong. Tonight’s address focused on uplifting that message.”
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