Rep. Fudge Attends Launch of “Let’s Move”
February 21, 2010 by mlfudge
Filed under Featured Articles, Health Care, Issues, Words from Marcia
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Representative Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) issued the following statement after attending First Lady Michelle Obama’s launch of Let’s Move, America’s effort to raise a healthier generation of kids.
“Since arriving in Congress, I have dedicated myself to helping youth live longer and healthier. Mrs. Obama’s launch encourages me and all of us who are dedicated to stamping out childhood obesity to continue in our efforts. The event also inspires many to take up this cause anew. By using strategic partnerships and committing ourselves to increasing child wellness, we can and will improve America’s health vital signs.
“Unless we work to reverse this epidemic, 23 million kids and teenagers will be in danger of becoming the first generation in American history to live shorter lives than their parents.
“Providing families with the education and opportunities necessary to lead healthy and long lives is the only way to reverse this trend. Expanding opportunities for family and community wellness by creating more sidewalks, funding safe routes to school, and creating community gardens and farmers’ markets are examples of ways in which Congress can increase wellness and decrease obesity.
“In our community, there is much we can do immediately. Local advocates, such as the Cleveland Corner Store Initiative, can and do provide nutritional counseling and access to fresh foods.
“Adults who interact with children can show children that trying new fruits and vegetables can be an adventure. Go on walks in your neighborhood or the park with them. Make a game of taking the stairs together. Teach them your favorite childhood game.
“Let’s get moving! Together, we can increase our children’s wellness and transform America.
“Again, I am proud to support Mrs. Obama’s launch of this incredible initiative. I look forward to her valuable support of Congressional proposals. As the founder of the Congressional Task Force on Childhood Obesity under the Children’s Caucus, I will continue to engage the First Lady’s policy staff on this important endeavor.”
Kaleidoscope Magazine features Representative Fudge
October 7, 2009 by mlfudge
Filed under Featured Articles, Words from Marcia
As seen in Kaleidoscope Magazine, Story by Margaret Briller www.kaleidoscopemagazine.net
“I grew up in a time of unrest in this country,” Fudge noted. “I think those of us who were fairly well-educated came from parents who wanted to make sure that we were involved. It’s what we grew up doing. I just happened to be one of the people who was very caught up in the movement and stayed in it. For me, it was a cause, a cause that you fight, because it’s right. I’ve always been a cause fighter, and I’ll always stay on that path.”
Marcia L. Fudge, U.S. representative for the 11th Congressional District,began her social service career as a result of growing up with parents who wanted the best for her during a turbulent time in the civil rights movement.
Representative Fudge spoke with Kaleidescope about her experience and positions on issues including education reform, healthcare, unemployment benefits.
