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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

DC residents will pay the price if lawmakers fail to raise revenue. So let's talk about a few ways that they can do it. loom.ly/G5sIB-k

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The power is already here ✊🏾 On Oct. 12, join Anti-Racist D.C. at The Wharf for The Power Is Ours: 2026 Racial Justice Summit + Festival. loom.ly/pzSBX_s

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Black workers already experience lower median wages and higher unemployment than white workers and when the District goes through a recession, Black workers fare worse in every economic measure. Read more in our latest blog: loom.ly/Rmx80qE

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Monthly gifts keep advocacy moving. Join 25 Monthly for 25 with a recurring gift of $25/month and help DCFPI respond when it matters most. loom.ly/hWUSTGI

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Lawmakers can use this moment to advance a more progressive and racially-just tax system by evaluating tax proposals across five dimensions. Learn more about these principles in our new blog! loom.ly/rr7Cq2s

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

25 years. One simple way to celebrate. Join DCFPI's 25 Monthly for 25 Campaign with a recurring gift of $25/month. Together, we're powering the next 25 years of research, advocacy, and policy change. #25MonthlyFor25 loom.ly/hWUSTGI

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Approximately 1,200 DC residents could lose food assistance by October because of a harmful time limit on SNAP that federal lawmakers imposed on states and enrollees last year. Learn more on our blog: loom.ly/cpYws0M

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

On September 3rd, head to the Mount Pleasant library to hear Vanessa Williamson discuss her book The Price of Democracy: The Revolutionary Power of Taxation in American History in conversation with DCFPI's Erica Williams! More info: loom.ly/R7AWZXI

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

High prices hit Black District households particularly hard because of the long-term suppression of earned income, driven by employment discrimination and systemic racism. Read more on our blog: loom.ly/tttZkiY

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

One year of military occupation in DC. A statement from DCFPI, read by DCFPI staff.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Property tax is one of DC’s largest sources of local revenue. By building a tax system based on ability to pay—with the wealthiest paying the greatest share of their income in taxes —the District can build an economy of shared abundance. Read more in our property tax primer: loom.ly/e20Aako

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Today, the US House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform advanced H.R. 9720, D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act, on a party-line vote, which would strip DC of control over its own tax code. Read our statement: dcfpi.org/press-releas...

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

DCFPI staff are at the Wilson building today for the second budget vote. See you in the council chamber!

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Last night, President Trump threatened to revert DC to governance on a “federal basis.” The statement is the latest in this administration's pattern of interference in DC's autonomy & a direct threat to the democratic rights of DC residents. Read more: dcfpi.org/press-releas...

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

What do we want to see in the DC budget? Here's a start!

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Today is the first budget vote. We know that the budget needs to support a strong and equitable economy, where residents have their needs met and have opportunity; so today we're here reminding the Council of their responsibility to the people of DC.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Where is DCFPI today? At the Wilson building with @spacesinaction.bsky.social, Under 3 DC, and @wearedcaction.bsky.social to talk to councilmembers about how public investments in early childhood programs are crucial for childhood development & the economic well-being of our community!

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Contact your DC Councilmembers to urge them to keep the universal paid leave program whole at: actionnetwork.org/letters/keep...

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

The DC Council may move forward with cuts to family caregiving and medical leave, which will disproportionately harm Black workers and workers with lower incomes. Learn more: loom.ly/qmvTKis

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Everyone, say hello to our new intern, Neha! We're thrilled to have her at DCFPI. Learn more about Neha and the work she will be doing with us: loom.ly/Oy9HU_s

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

While the District is facing budget challenges due to federal intervention, rising costs, and declining revenues, ignoring the need for rental assistance will only lead to more evictions and the harms they entail. Read more: loom.ly/7xdNaYQ

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Despite the rising cost of necessities, DC lawmakers have eliminated the annual cost-of-living adjustment for the TANF program. Reducing cash assistance for families with the fewest resources will push more children into poverty. Read more: loom.ly/EovXJFE

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Teachers deserve fair pay and healthcare. Families deserve safe and affordable childcare. Attacks on DC’s child care system will snowball, creating cumulative harm that could upend the local early education ecosystem.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We're saving the social safety net for kids like Luna, and for all of the residents of DC, who deserve to live in communities where they can thrive.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We don't need to be giving corporations top-down tax breaks. We need to be supporting our most vulnerable residents. Today @shira-m.bsky.social is testifying before the council to explain why!

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Join us May 20 for an advocacy day and rally to protect programs that help families access child care, paid leave, and health care. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Text that reads "Building a District that Cares for all: Care Economy Advocacy Day & Rally. Care keeps DC working. Care keeps DC health. Care keeps DC strong." on a purple background.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

When parents can't afford child care, they work less or leave the workforce. That means lower income for families, less productivity for businesses, and less tax revenue for the District.

A burgundy, red, and blue graphic that reads "When child care is too expensive, we all pay the price."

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

DC has the highest costs for child care in the US. But starting today, families that need help paying for it will be put on a waitlist for the District's subsidy program - the only resource helping parents pay for care.

A black and white photo of a black woman holding an infant with overlaid text that reads "the cost of child care in DC rivals the cost of college tuition."

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Last week, we delivered 1,000 postcards from DC residents to the Wilson Building to remind Council that TANF is still a lifeline. Despite the program’s proven role in reducing hardship & supporting well-being, DC lawmakers approved TANF cuts. Learn more: loom.ly/8RquEYE

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Housing saves lives! Join us on Tuesday, May 12th, at 10 am, in front of the Wilson Building for a rally, followed by council visits, to urge the council to fund housing and services for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Register here: loom.ly/IDzdfaw

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Don’t Miss This! DC Ward 1 & At-Large Candidate Forum on May 6th. Join our friends at @wearedcaction.bsky.social THIS WEEK for a candidate forum focused on youth issues. Registration and additional info: loom.ly/99I0VRQ

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

TANF 👏 is 👏 still 👏 a 👏 lifeline Today, members of our staff, alongside mothers who have participated in TANF, testified before the Department of Human Services Committee. We are asking for a reversal of the TANF cuts to prevent children from being pushed deeper into poverty & hardship

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Join our friends at Legal Aid DC for their SNAP ABAWD Community Training on Wednesday, 4/29! Registration and details: bit.ly/SNAP-DC

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Get the facts about paid family leave. And then join us in taking action: loom.ly/05fk3iQ

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

We’re proud to be a part of this month’s Candidate Forums on The Future of Safety & Justice in DC! 📅 April 28 — Mayoral Candidate Forum UDC Student Center, 4200 Connecticut Ave NW 📅 April 30— Congressional Delegate Candidate Forum THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Ave SE RSVP: bit.ly/CandidateForumsDC

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

ACTION ALERT Join us in contacting the DC Council & urging them to implement a wealth proceeds tax to raise revenue & improve tax fairness. Taxing the proceeds generated from wealth is a simple way for DC to help struggling residents. ✉️: loom.ly/G2CvHuc

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

This is your tax day reminder that the top 5% of DC families pay a lower share of their income in taxes than the bottom 95% combined. Learn more about why we need to be taxing wealth: loom.ly/nLPyNl0

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Today, the mayor presented her proposed #FY27 budget. DCFPI Executive Director, Erica Williams, shared: "As-is, the mayor’s proposed budget will harm vulnerable residents and exacerbate racial inequities while squandering DC’s limited resources on corporate giveaways."

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

To celebrate, we launched a new website at dcfpi.org to further our efforts as a resource on tax, budget, and policy that advances racial justice in the District.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

High inequality is not only a matter of unfairness. It hampers economic growth and mobility, and as some research indicates, can destabilize democracies as the wealthy amass undue power over policy decisions. Read more in our latest report: loom.ly/8j1UpYM

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

On Wednesday, March 18, at 9:00 AM, early educators, parents, providers, and community allies will gather at the Wilson Building for a Day Without Child Care rally to call for solutions. We'll be there, will you? 👉 RSVP here: loom.ly/k1qYi4I

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Join the DC LGBTQ+ Budget Coalition for a DC Advocacy Institute on Saturday, March 14, 10-2 PM! The day will include a presentation from DCFPI's State Policy Fellows, Maria Manansala and Diontre Davis. Get all the information and register at forms.gle/1VjX7xnST9vJttAQ6

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

No, that's not a typo; 20% of people in DC hold 54% of the wealth. And much of the economic inequality in DC is driven by racial disparities. We break it all down in our latest report, The State of Working DC. Find it at loom.ly/8j1UpYM

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Members of our staff testified today before the DC Council's Committee on Human Services. Their testimonies focused on TANF, housing, & SNAP policies, & on how the council can mitigate harm in the upcoming budget. They only spoke for a few minutes, but we have tons of in-depth analysis at dcfpi.org

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

High economic inequality is a drag on DC’s economy. Read the latest from our Director of Economic Policy, @shira-m.bsky.social loom.ly/yZCfPQ8

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

On average from 2020 to 2024, nearly 41% of children in Ward 8, which is majority Black, lived below the poverty line, compared to 3.8% of children in Ward 3, which is majority white. It is clear that any discussion of child poverty in DC must center the needs of Black children and their families.

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

This Valentine's Day, we want to share the love —just like the 1% need to share the wealth. So, we made some cards you can send to your friends, your partners, your neighbors, or maybe even your favorite council member!

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Today, the Senate voted to approve legislation overturning a DC law that “unlinked” the DC tax code from certain tax cuts in the OBBA. This interference in local lawmaking is an attack on DC's right to self-governance. Join us in the fight to protect DC's autonomy: loom.ly/7kS2IEg

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DC Fiscal Policy Institute @dcfpi.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

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