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Washington, DC -- Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today was named a 2012 “Defender of Children” by the national, bipartisan advocacy group, First Focus Campaign for Children. According to the organization, Congresswoman Bono Mack was honored for advancing policies to improve the well-being of America’s children.
“Lots of politicians talk about kids’ issues, but few back it up,” said Bruce Lesley, president of the Campaign for Children. Congresswoman Bono Mack, he continued, “delivered for kids.”
The Campaign for Children, a nonprofit organization, advocates for legislative change in Congress to ensure that children and families are a priority in federal policy and budget decisions. Click here to learn more.
“As a mother, step mother and now a grandmother, protecting children – as well as giving them an opportunity at future prosperity – continue to be top priorities. I commend the First Focus Campaign for Children for raising awareness of issues which are critically important to kids and their families. I’m proud to be named a ‘Defender of Children’ and an advocate for their well-being.”
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