A recent opinion piece by Miranda Devine highlights Governor Kathy Hochul's allocation of $113 million in grants to various far-left organizations since she took office in 2021. This funding is primarily directed towards groups that advocate for defunding the police, abolishing ICE, and promoting progressive social agendas.
1. Grant Distribution: Hochul has spent $66 million of taxpayer money, with an additional $50 million promised. These grants primarily support leftist causes, raising concerns among her critics.
2. Criticism by GOP Leaders: Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik criticizes Hochul, claiming that taxpayer dollars should be used for crime fighting rather than funding organizations that undermine law enforcement.
3. Focus on Open Borders and Anti-Police Groups: The largest grants have gone to organizations that promote open border policies and anti-law enforcement positions. Examples include:
• $2.7 million to Make the Road NY, which advocates for defunding the police and dismantling ICE.
• $4.7 million for Bronx Defenders, which has been accused of antisemitism and seeks to abolish ICE and the NYPD.
4. Funding for LGBTQ Initiatives: Lahul has funded groups that provide "gender-affirming care" and advocate for LGBTQ rights, including:
• $832,000 to the Pride Center for events targeting all ages.
• $150,000 to Callen-Lorde for transgender medical counseling.
5. Climate Initiatives: Taxpayer funds have also supported climate change agendas, such as:
• $366,000 to CEC Stuyvesant Cove, which lobbies for gas bans in new buildings.
6. Support for Abortion and Pro-Choice Organizations: Significant grants have been given to groups supporting abortion rights, including:
• $6.2 million to Planned Parenthood for numerous services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy.
7. Use of Funds: Critics argue that the money Hochul is spending could instead fund education for children in charter schools, which they see as a more beneficial use of taxpayer funds.
8. Political Context: The funding is seen as an effort by Hochul to appease the far-left faction of her party and fend off challenges in the upcoming gubernatorial election against rising opposition.
Governor Kathy Hochul's $113 million in grants to various leftist organizations has raised eyebrows and sparked significant political debate. The funding is criticized as a misguided use of taxpayer money that prioritizes radical social agendas over public safety and education for children in New York.
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