Idaho families, Karen Matthee has your back

I am voting for Karen Matthee on Nov. 5 because I believe she will work hard for Idaho families. She understands that many Idahoans are struggling with the high cost of living – and that the difficulties are compounded by a GOP-led state government that does not support working families with young children.

Idaho is one of only three states that contribute zero dollars to affordable housing. And unlike nearly every other state, it does not invest in early childhood education.  Republicans in the statehouse rejected a pre-K grant and continue to refuse funding for pre-K.

Recently, GOP leaders took a budget ax to the state’s only childcare subsidy program, then cut off hundreds of families from this critical support. They did this despite having $50 million in unspent federal grant dollars for childcare programs.

Karen Matthee understands that healthy families are the backbone of a healthy economy. She understands that housing, education and child care are economic issues, not welfare issues. So please, join me in voting for Karen Matthee.

DIANE RINCK

Sandpoint