U.S. Rep. Alma Adams encourages people to write officials on how gov. cuts are effecting them
CHARLOTTE () — Congresswoman Alma Adams told attendees of the Sarah Stevenson Tuesday Forum that these are turbulent times in Mecklenburg County and across the nation. Adams also told the crowd she and other Democratic leaders are fighting, but they need help from the people.
Adams started off the meeting by recognizing National Women's History Month, but cautioned those in the room and online that the current administration led by President Donald Trump is taking millions of dollars from Mecklenburg County residents.
She said programs that provide free lunch to students have been cut and she is worried about the mass firings of government employees because many were providing services to constituents.
Adams says other benefits like SNAP, Medicaid, and veterans services are being targeted as well.
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The Congresswoman said in January, she took an oath to uphold the constitution, and she has many concerns. But notes getting more people involved can call attention to some of the executive orders hurting people in her district.
'It doesn't seem like it, but I can tell you that if enough calls, if enough emails, tweets, texts, whatever it is that you do. That will get the attention,' said Adams.
Congresswoman Adams did credit Governor Josh Stein, and NC Attorney General, Jeff Jackson for joining lawsuits that have been filed by other states. Adams added that she feels some of the legislation battles will be won in court.
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