iCAN Action

This year Minnesota will be in the process of electing a new Governor. As faithful citizens we must engage in the political process, by educating ourselves on the candidates and voting in November

This summer we encourage you to attend a candidate forum and ask the following questions of the candidates.

JRLC's Interfaith Children's Advocacy Network believes that children's issues in Minnesota should also be at the forefront of the next governor's agenda. iCAN in conjunction with the Children's Platform Coalition ask the following questions of the Governor Candidates:

In regards to investment in children:

How do you plan to raise revenue and structure your state agencies to demonstrate a readiness to invest in children and improve access to services and support for all Minnesotans children and youth between birth and age 21?

Discuss how you view the continuum of care from birth to 21 for children and youth in Minnesota. What new and innovative ideas do you have to strengthen and support Minnesota families, improve health care and education?

How will your plans for children and youth relate to jobs, health care and affordable housing for families?

In regards to economic and racial disparity: How will you address issues of economic and racial disparity for Minnesota’s children and youth?

In regards to prevention: What are your plans to focus on prevention and early intervention services for children and youth?

In regards to special populations at risk: Some populations often get ignored when discussing children and their needs. What plans do you have to support children and youth in the foster care system? What plans do you have to address the needs of older youth?