Politicians who have parental responsibilities tend to express the challenges of maintaining a balance between their political duties and their family life. Children are not immune to the challenges their parents face. Recent studies suggest that teenagers and young children can experience anxiety about political issues. Nicole Caporino, a child clinical psychologist, found that children […]
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How Political Action Committees Can Support Better Child Nutrition
A political action committee (PAC) can be established to support political parties and federal candidates that promote childcare. This committee and a PAC oversight body make valuable contributions to ensure that the relevant goals of the party are achieved. PAC policies ensure that corporate coffers are not used to fund a political agenda or party. […]
5 Childcare Challenges in Politics and Society
Politics have an important role to play in society and in pushing childcare initiatives. Politicians can fuel policy decisions that impact the health and well-being of children in the US. Below is a list of some of the challenges facing childcare in American society. 1. Lack of Childcare Support Hurts The Economy A recent national […]
Short Timeline of Childcare Acts in American History
There are many examples of legislation today that aim to advance the childcare system across the United States. Many reforms and Acts have been formulated to promote the development, education, and health of children. The Child Care for Working Families Act also funds Head Start programs that provide children with access to education. Head Start […]
Most Profound Parenting Quotes From US Presidents
Presidents in recent memory and in the distant past have expressed their parental ideologies to the public. Parents can take advice from some of the most influential American leaders in history. 1. Barack Obama (44th President of the United States) President Obama is known throughout the world as the first black American President, but he […]