Economic Security
Families succeed when parents are secure in their ability to provide
basic necessities for their children. Workers prosper when workplaces
are safe and financial protections exist in cases of injury or job
loss. And everyone in the state benefits when people can meet their
basic needs and find meaningful employment. During a recession people
need these services the most. But it’s also the time when those
services are most in budgetary jeopardy.
Related research:
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Economic Security: Key to Recovery and Prosperity
- State investments play a critical role in protecting Washingtonians against the continued economic downturn. Strong public structures- such as unemployment insurance, child care, housing, and food assistance – protect our families from poverty and deprivation when someone loses a job or faces a financial hardship. These types of investments are especially important when the impact of a downturn is as severe as the one we are experiencing now.
