We did it! Tonight, after nearly 15,000 moms and allies called on CNN to ask the presidential candidates about the child care crisis — they asked the question! Moments ago, Jake Tapper and Dana Bash brought child care to the national stage, acknowledging the astronomical cost of child care for families and asking the candidates how they plan to fix the broken child care system if they are elected. And...the candidates failed to give us any substantive answers and used the time to bicker. Clearly, we have our work cut out for us. While we are disappointed that our presidential candidates failed to acknowledge the seriousness of our child care crisis — tonight, let’s take a moment to celebrate the power and influence of moms. Because your voice matters and this is just the beginning. This is what happens when moms get loud and fight for ourselves — we get results.
Shawna Samuel
2mo
Getting the question asked is the first step to getting this on the radar - and agenda - of our political leaders. If they haven't figured out that this is an issue that's make or break for America's families, they're in for a rude surprise at the polls. Hopefully their advisors took note and are figuring out a real position on this important issue.
The way the two party candidates disrespected the American people during that “debacle” (I won’t say debate) was mind boggling. How can we let this go on? For what it’s worth, RFK Jr actually answered the question on his own broadcast: https://youtu.be/40-sj9pRlRc?si=8mqH4V5EJhGO8_Rc
Rachel Leigh
2mo
It’s hard to understand the importance of something when you yourself has never had to experience it. I’m not saying our candidates don’t understand….they just “don’t understand”, if you know what I mean.
Danaya Wilson
2mo
Great summation! This is not the end of the conversation. Let's keep pushing and unite for a president that is willing to address the childcare crisis we all are facing as parents and as a community.
This is the start of the conversation on a national level and that’s a lot to celebrate. Let’s move forward with a lot more work on this issue.
I just want to know...how did we all miss out on the opportunity to have the biggest job in the country without actually attempting to do the job at all? We deserve better, regardless of party. This is a country on the line. If you can't be bothered to stop bickering to answer a question, you really shouldn't be on the stage.
Pamela Metcalf
1mo
First, when you ask a question, you should have a solution or two or even some suggestions of a solution. Insurance for child care is ungodly expensive and very difficult to obtain. Many carriers run away from it. Why is you paying for your childcare a Government problem? It's always been expensive compared to someone's income regardless of the decade. Sounds like you want socialism. No one else needs to contribute to you, paying your childcare.
Not all happy endings start off great, this is definitely a step in the right direction. Great post and perspective @MomsFirst
I squealed when I saw the question pop up on the screen last night!!! The power of moms!! Neither candidate showed up for a “real” debate, but asking the question was at least a step in the right direction! 🙌🏻🤸🏻♂️🙋🏻♀️
Executive Director Women's Advancement @ The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. | Corporate Communications | Board Member
2moDisappointing is a colossal understatement for how this crisis was "discussed" by the candidates last night. But nevertheless, having the question on the stage is a testament to the power of our voices. We won't be silenced on this issue. Childcare is a CRISIS. And we won't stop holding those in power, who have a responsibility to fix it, accountable to American families.