I'm not gonna be done until we get to 100%. And last year, the governor announced. I cried when she told me they were gonna do universal meals at 100%. Every child in New York state, no matter their income, no matter where they live in the state, no matter the immigration status, has access to a free, healthy breakfast and free healthy lunch. And that reduces stigma. It improves academic performance and behavior as well. When social workers see kids in their office, it tends to be, did you have a meal today? (22:53–23:04)
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Asserts that New York state provides free meals to all children regardless of income, location, or immigration status.
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