Washington, DC
United States Congressman Richard E. Neal was named a 2017 Defender for Children by Focus First Campaign for Children for his advocacy for children during the First Session of the 115th Congress.
The organization says that Defenders for Children are representatives “who are willing to focus on, support, raise their voices, and attach their name to legislation that would improve the lives of our nation’s children and actively oppose legislation that would harm kids.”
“As a father, a grandfather, a former high school teacher, and a longtime college lecturer, children of all ages have always been a large part of my life,” said Congressman Neal. “I am honored to receive this distinction from the Focus First Campaign for Children as I continue to focus on giving a voice to those who may be too young to have their own or to garner attention on the national level. We must continue to pay attention to children from all backgrounds and all walks of life and ensure that we keep their best interests in mind on the House floor.”
Focus First Campaign for Children is a 501(c)(4) bipartisan nonprofit organization that advocates in Congress for the unique needs of children and families. The 2017 award was presented to 120 representatives including 40 senators and 80 representatives. More information can be found here.
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