Letter from Mike Stein

Job Cuts Will Weaken Services

The massive job cuts across the federal government are deeply concerning and raise serious questions about the wisdom of such a seemingly haphazard process. These cuts threaten to undermine essential services that millions of Americans rely on, including critical programs for our nation’s veterans.

Federal employees play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of services that keep our communities safe, healthy and functioning. From processing Social Security benefits to maintaining national parks, their work touches nearly every aspect of our lives. Slashing jobs will inevitably lead to delays, reduced access and diminished quality of these services, disproportionately affecting those who need them most.