One of the most urgent campaigns of this state budget cycle is one to end child poverty in New York state.

A diverse group of organizations sharing that mission converged on the state Capitol earlier this week urging lawmakers to help improve long-term outcomes for children and families from households experiencing economic hardship. 

There are millions of such New Yorkers who are living in poverty and a disproportionate number of them are children of color. Along with the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy, the United Ways of New York State is a major player in this campaign. 

Capital Tonight’s Susan Arbetter discussed the organization’s contributions to ending child poverty, and its other legislative priorities, including the 211 campaign, with Therese Daly, the president and CEO of the United Ways of New York State.