There is a real and imminent threat to destroy Medicare and Medicaid as it presently exists. House Speaker Paul Ryan has said that he would pass legislation in early 2017 that would end Medicare’s guaranteed health care benefits. President-Elect Trump Read More …
Category: Health Care
Call Congress about repeal of the ACA!
The Missouri Budget Project has received word from their national partner that Congress and Senators are not hearing from folks in Missouri regarding the rush by Republicans to repeal the Affordable Care Act. Tell our Senators Blunt & McCaskill there Read More …
Another American institution on the chopping block
Quick quiz for you: Name any government, governmental organization or program, anywhere on earth, that is fully funded through 2034? The U.S. Social Security program is capable of paying benefits at 100% through 2034 and at 79% after that without Read More …
Report from the Field: Healthcare
I was at a gathering last night, surrounded by a mix of progressive and conservative friends. Most of us had not seen each other since before the election and there was a reluctance to jeopardize friendships, so political talk was Read More …
The Most Progressive Democratic Platform in History
If the future and direction of this country are important to you, it is important to understand where the Democratic Party stands on issues that affect us all. Simply put, this is the most progressive plan offered by any party Read More …