After the pandemic, we had a really hard setback. A lot of young people were in school. Their reading levels fell. They're reading below grade level. AmeriCorps programs working with young people, helping improve literacy. AmeriCorps programs addressing the opioid crisis. AmeriCorps programs supporting veterans. This is what we're talking about. Programs designed to help people, to inspire a sense of service and helping people develop this commitment to make a difference. (03:36–03:45)
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Asserts that AmeriCorps programs in Colorado focus on literacy, the opioid crisis, and veteran support.
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