“Congressman Langevin delivered for kids.”

Rep. Jim Langevin Recognized as Champion for Children

Ed Walz, First Focus Campaign 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 113^th 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.

“It is an honor to be recognized as a Champion for Children, and this award serves as a reminder of why I chose this path into public service. I have a responsibility to represent the best interests of this nation and its people, and work for a better future for our children, in particular. The needs of our children – from health care to education to safe housing – are always on my mind, and I will continue to fight for a country and a world that put children first,” said Congressman Jim Langevin.

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.