The article discusses the impact of Elon Musk's decision to cut funding for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as illustrated by the experiences of Portlander Leah Petit and other former contractors. They express concern over the loss of jobs and, more importantly, the adverse effects on international aid provided by USAID, which encompasses essential programs for public health, education, and infrastructure in developing countries. This move is seen as detrimental to the global support of democracies and the wellbeing of vulnerable populations.
Leah Petit and other former contractors lament the elimination of USAID, which provides crucial international assistance in health, education, and democratic support.
With the agency's closure, many critical programs designed to assist developing countries and support democracies have come to a halt, raising concerns about global impacts.
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