The article highlights the urgent need to protect funding for HUD and Section 8 amidst proposed budget cuts that threaten essential housing services. It spotlights residents like Ms. Barbara from Polo Grounds Towers, who exemplifies the daily struggles and resilience of public housing tenants. By sharing personal stories from community advocates, the message emphasizes that these budgetary decisions impact real lives, homes, and futures, particularly for marginalized seniors and families. Community Voices Heard Power plays a vital role in elevating residents' voices to advocate for their rights and secure affordable housing.
"We cannot allow proposed cuts to HUD and Section 8 to devastate our communities. These aren't abstract budget items-they represent the homes and futures of real people we work with every day."
"Despite these challenges, she proudly calls public housing home-it's where she raised her children."
"At Community Voices Heard Power, our members know the life-changing power of stable, affordable housing - because they've experienced it personally."
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