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Progressives Unveil Affordability Agenda Backed by 60% Voters

4/29/2026

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The Congressional Progressive Caucus unveiled a New Affordability Agenda to lower housing, grocery, childcare, utility and gas costs.
The caucus blames President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Iran war choices and safety-net cuts.
Data for Progress poll shows three-in-five voters support the proposals, with 79% favoring paid vacation and utility caps.
The agenda includes the Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act and a childcare bill introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

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The Congressional Progressive Caucus unveiled a New Affordability Agenda to lower housing, grocery, childcare, utility and gas costs.
The caucus blames President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Iran war choices and safety-net cuts.
Data for Progress poll shows three-in-five voters support the proposals, with 79% favoring paid vacation and utility caps.
The agenda includes the Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act and a childcare bill introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Elizabeth Warren.