'This is criminal…': Nancy Pelosi slams Trump's proposed tax bill, calls it ‘Robin Hood in reverse’

In a recent roundtable commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi convened with San Francisco's Asian Pacific Islander Council to address the ramifications of the Trump administration's proposed tax legislation. Pelosi criticized the bill, labeling it "Robin Hood in reverse," and highlighted concerns over its potential to exacerbate economic disparities by reallocating resources away from vulnerable communities

Among the community leaders present was Lance Toma, CEO of the San Francisco Community Health Center and a Class of 2015 San Francisco Fellow with LeaderSpring Center . Under Toma's leadership, the center has been instrumental in providing comprehensive healthcare services to marginalized populations, including the LGBTQ+ community, individuals experiencing homelessness, and those affected by substance use . The proposed budget cuts pose significant challenges to organizations like Toma's, which rely on federal funding to deliver essential services.

Toma's participation in the LeaderSpring Fellowship underscores his commitment to equitable healthcare access and community empowerment. The fellowship has supported his efforts to navigate the complexities of nonprofit leadership amid shifting political and economic landscapes.

The roundtable served as a platform for leaders like Toma to voice the concerns of their communities and advocate for policies that promote inclusivity and social justice. Pelosi's engagement with these leaders reflects a collaborative approach to addressing the systemic issues that impact AAPI and other underserved populations.

Learn more about San Francisco Community Health Center: https://www.sfcommunityhealth.org/