On May 27, 2021, Mike Rothman, co-founder of Fatherly, testified before Congress advocating for federal family and medical leave. The organization, rooted in the acknowledgment of fathers as caregivers, supports this initiative as key to empowering parents. In contrast to other wealthy nations, the U.S. offers minimal paid leave, which has detrimental effects on families. Rothman's testimony emphasizes that such policies benefit both the workforce and businesses, making a compelling case for reform in supporting working parents and redefining gender roles in caregiving.
"Advocating for gender-neutral, inclusive, federal paid family and medical leave has been a part of our mission editorially since nearly day one, impacting parents immensely."
"The United States stands alone in how little it provides to working parents, reflecting a profound need for change in paid leave policy."
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