Public Voice & Media | Dr. DaVonti' Haynes
“These are not just statistics; they are communities impacted, futures paused, dreams deferred, and talent left to idle. The term disconnected youth sounds straightforward, but behind it is a growing crisis that speaks to our nation’s priorities, our failures, and our future”
Philadelphia Inquirer · The Forgotten Millions: Disconnected Young Americans
“The simple truth is that the economic challenges Congress faces — dealing with inflation, rising cost of living, and workforce demands — are no different than those faced by millions of Americans across the country. However, it seems Congress’s pay raises are not tied to the same principles that govern the federal minimum wage impacting everyday people.”
Philadelphia Inquirer · Congress members haven’t had federal pay raises since 2009. Neither Have Americans Who Earn Minimum Wage.