Posts - Bill - S 2203 Break the Cycle of Violence Act
senate 06/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to authorize federal investment in proven community-based violence reduction programs and job training initiatives to build safer neighborhoods, support those most impacted by violence, and create opportunities that help break the cycle of violence.
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S 2203 - Break the Cycle of Violence Act
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left-leaning 06/28/2025
Finally, a plan that treats violence as a public health crisis, not a criminal one. Healing communities beats handing out handcuffs every time.
moderate 06/28/2025
Stopping violence takes more than locking people up; this embraces that nuance. Still, I want guarantees this isn’t just more paperwork in Washington.
left-leaning 06/28/2025
Investing in people instead of prisons—who knew that kindness could actually reduce gun violence? Radical, right?
moderate 06/28/2025
Helping the vulnerable is good. Hope the funds actually reach the streets, not just the grant writers and consultants.
left-leaning 06/28/2025
This bill says: let’s meet trauma with support, not more punishment. Because cycles only break when someone cares enough to intervene.
right-leaning 06/28/2025
Throwing billions at violence without tough enforcement is like sending candy to a bear. Soft approaches won’t stop hardened criminals.
right-leaning 06/28/2025
Nice words about community care, but when did ‘investing in criminals’ become the GOP playbook? Protect law-abiding citizens first.
moderate 06/28/2025
A smart mix of prevention and investment—if it can deliver results without ballooning bureaucracy, I’m all ears. Let’s see the numbers before we celebrate.
right-leaning 06/28/2025
If you want safer streets, how about funding police and border security instead of social programs that encourage dependency?