Chair of Dads Caucus believes policies resonate with working-class voters and ‘bros’ alike.

The Dads Caucus, founded by Rep. Jimmy Gomez, focuses on family policies such as family leave, affordable child care, and the child tax credit. Gomez believes that the caucus provides a valuable perspective on issues affecting working-class men and families. With 39 Democratic lawmakers currently in the caucus, Gomez emphasizes the importance of addressing economic concerns, including rising food prices and the high cost of housing and childcare. He notes the challenges faced by men in providing for their families, leading them to be open to various political viewpoints. Despite criticism of male voters shifting towards Donald Trump, Gomez insists that the trend towards Republican candidates has been ongoing for quite some time. The caucus, which includes three U.S. Senate members, is bipartisan and open to Republican participation. They support legislation such as the House GOP package that expanded the child tax credit. Additionally, the Dads Caucus is exploring ways to address the negative impacts of social media on young men, seeking to develop policies or programs to assist them. According to Gomez, the caucus is focused on leading discussions and advocating for bills that address issues such as housing affordability and other economic challenges faced by families.

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