Budget Advocacy
Let’s be clear: DC has the resources to care for everyone. But Mayor Bowser’s budget reflects skewed priorities—ones that cater to the wealthiest, not the most vulnerable. The mayor claims these cuts will “Grow DC,” but we know from history and experience: trickle-down economics doesn’t work. What this approach really grows is inequality.
CEO George Jones Testifies on Medicaid Changes and Alliance Cuts
“Let’s ensure every resident can access the care they need to live with dignity and health.”
Bread for the City Legal Client Testifies in Support of Access to Justice Funding
I’m urging the D.C. Council to continue funding free legal services like those Bread for the City provides. Without them, people like me — people who don’t have the resources to hire an attorney — will face the system completely alone. And no one should have to do that.
Economic Security Team Testifies in Support of Expanded Child Tax Credit
Brittany Pope and Daisy Gomez Palacios testified in support of an expanded and enhanced Child Tax Credit, which would lessen DC’s child poverty rate and give power back to families.
Tracy Davis Testifies in Support of Protecting DC’s Sanctuary Status
Attorney Tracy Davis testified in support of Sanctuary City status, which Mayor Bowser has proposed to eliminate in her 2026 budget proposal.
Bread for the City’s Statement on Mayor Bowser’s Proposed RENTAL Act
Mayor Bowser’s “Grow DC” Budget Leaves Behind Those Who Need Support Most
Let’s be clear: DC has the resources to care for everyone. But this budget reflects skewed priorities—ones that cater to the wealthiest, not the most vulnerable. The mayor claims these cuts will “Grow DC,” but we know from history and experience: trickle-down economics doesn’t work. What this approach really grows is inequality.