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$50 Million Campaign Boosts Democrats on Family Care Issues

3/18/2026

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The Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy plans to spend $50 million to support Democrats, focusing on child and elder care costs.
Executive Director Sondra Goldschein notes rising child care costs can exceed housing expenses and influence voter decisions.
The effort targets Senate races in North Carolina, Georgia, Michigan, Maine, and Ohio, and House races in Iowa and Pennsylvania.

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Story summary

The Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy plans to spend $50 million to support Democrats, focusing on child and elder care costs.
Executive Director Sondra Goldschein notes rising child care costs can exceed housing expenses and influence voter decisions.
The effort targets Senate races in North Carolina, Georgia, Michigan, Maine, and Ohio, and House races in Iowa and Pennsylvania.