The collapse of the Key Bridge is both a national disaster and an opportunity for social progress. We must rebuild, but in doing so we must also address the historical discrimination faced by workers in Baltimore and beyond. Ensuring the participation of Baltimore’s workers in recovery projects is essential. This is Baltimore’s bridge, and as we rebuild it we must actively leverage and employ diverse local talent to reflect our city’s rich cultural tapestry. We can build back better by providing meaningful, good-paying jobs for historically marginalized people and promoting economic growth and equity within our communities.
Additionally, providing workers with accessible, high-quality child care directly contributes to a fair working environment and allows parents to fully participate in recovery efforts without having to worry about child care. . We must reject the idea that equity and productivity are mutually exclusive. A more inclusive workforce is a more productive workforce.
American workers are the most productive in the world, so to build Americans you must buy Americans. Rebuilding the Key Bridge is not only a matter of national pride, but also an essential strategy for economic growth. By prioritizing American materials and labor, we invest in our communities, support local industries, and ensure that the economic benefits of recovery projects are widely felt, especially in regions hit hardest by economic challenges. I’m trying to make it possible.
We can bounce back better. We must build back better. Putting Baltimore workers to work on Baltimore’s bridges will correct years of discrimination. By providing accessible child care and adhering to “Buy American” rules, we can build America while building American bridges. Building back better is about more than just building physical infrastructure. It’s about building a bridge to the future. It is a bridge of progress, equality and unity, symbolizing our collective commitment to a future where every individual has the opportunity to grow.
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