Rep. Jim Langevin
Recognized as Champion for Children
Washington – Today, the
First Focus Campaign for Children, a national bipartisan children’s advocacy
group, recognized Congressman Jim Langevin for his leadership on issues
important to children during the 113th Congress (2013-2014).
“Lots of
politicians talk about kids’ issues, but few back it up,” said Bruce Lesley,
president of the Campaign for Children. “Congressman Langevin delivered for kids.”
In selecting
Champions, the First Focus Campaign for Children noted leaders who introduced,
co-sponsored, and voted for legislation to meet children’s needs. In addition,
the organization considered Members who demonstrated extraordinary initiative by
spearheading activities such as sponsoring hearings or garnering the support of
their colleagues to improve the health and well-being of children.
In
recognizing Congressman Langevin as a Champion for Children, the advocacy group
cited his leadership to protect and improve the future of America’s next
generation.
The advocacy
organization recognized as “Champions for Children” 50 Members of Congress for
their extraordinary efforts to protect and improve the future of America’s next
generation. An additional 50 Members were recognized as “Defenders of Children”
for their support of policies that advance the well-being of children.
This is the
Campaign for Children’s fourth annual class of Champions for Children. For more
information about past honorees, visit www.campaignforchildren.org.
The First Focus
Campaign for Children is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization affiliated with
First Focus, a bipartisan children’s advocacy organization. The Campaign for Children
advocates directly for legislative change in Congress to ensure children and
families are a priority in federal policy and budget decisions. For more
information, visit www.campaignforchildren.org.