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DSA Proposes $13B Universal Childcare, Faces Criticism

3/29/2026

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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) propose universal childcare system costing $13 billion annually, extending care from six weeks to 12 years.
Brooklyn state Sen. Jabari Brisport says the plan surpasses Mayor Zohran Mamdani's six weeks-to-five years proposal.
Critics like Councilwoman Joann Ariola say the plan would burden taxpayers.
Governor Kathy Hochul has allocated $4.5 billion for childcare next fiscal year but opposes DSA's funding, calling it radical and unaffordable.

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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) propose universal childcare system costing $13 billion annually, extending care from six weeks to 12 years.
Brooklyn state Sen. Jabari Brisport says the plan surpasses Mayor Zohran Mamdani's six weeks-to-five years proposal.
Critics like Councilwoman Joann Ariola say the plan would burden taxpayers.
Governor Kathy Hochul has allocated $4.5 billion for childcare next fiscal year but opposes DSA's funding, calling it radical and unaffordable.