This nonprofit CEO says a government shutdown would hurt the most vulnerable Arizonans

“It does leave us in a vulnerable position when there's such unpredictability at the federal level. Will these programs that people can rely on in their worst moments or in their tough moments, will they be able to stay open? And that causes a lot of, of uncertainty, it causes a lot of nervousness and anxiety.” “WIC is an example. WIC is the Women Infant Children's program. This is designed to help our most vulnerable not go hungry.” – January Contreras

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