Earlier this month, Democratic Governor Cuomo of New York,
announced a budget plan in which he would cut $120 million in non-profit
organizations that help the handicapped individuals. This plan has caused
commotion in the State Assembly and State Senate as many politicians still
firmly believe that money that helps disabilities should not be cut. For
example, Sheldon Silver, the State Assembly speaker, said, “We all recognize
that its important to protect our most vulnerable citizens … and would result
in severe hardship and diminished services for individuals with hardships.” Lawmakers
worry that the spending cut will have negative impact on the disabled of New
York while Governor Cuomo argues that “it’s not always true that more money is
better results.” Although I feel uneasy about the massive financing cut, I hope
that the state government finds a way to ensure that the disabled are still adequately
cared for.
