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Baltimore Teachers Propose 'Baby Bonus' To Fight Childhood Poverty

Nate Golden, president of the Maryland Child Alliance, poses for a portrait, Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in Baltimore. A group of Baltimore teachers is asking voters to approve a program that would give

A group of Baltimore teachers is advocating for a unique initiative that aims to alleviate childhood poverty right from birth. The proposed 'baby bonus' program, set to be included on the city's November ballot, would provide $1,000 to new parents in an effort to offer financial support during the crucial early stages of a child's life.

The concept, inspired by a similar program in Flint, Michigan, where expectant mothers receive financial assistance, is gaining traction in Baltimore. The Maryland Child Alliance, spearheading the campaign, emphasizes the potential long-term impact of such a program on children's lives.

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