Happy New Year? The second inauguration of Donald J. Trump is rapidly approaching. His most earnest and vehement campaign message was about mass deportations. With the strong support of the federal and many state governments, large-scale deportation raids and detention site expansions will be President Trump’s first order of business. So, let’s make them ours.
Our Unhealthy Democracy
Today’s edition is a little bit of a grab bag, united by the common theme of actions that you can take to safeguard access to medical care for the most vulnerable Americans.
Let’s kick off with a quick call to your representatives about preserving current Medicare reimbursement and access policies for telehealth, which are set to expire on January 1, 2025. Telehealth access is vital for many Americans, including those in rural areas and those with disabilities that limit their ability to travel for medical appointments. Lawyer and disability rights activist Matthew Cortland has a script at the link below.
Fighting the Funding Fights
Even as another government shutdown looms, the real funding fights are about how money will be used during the Trump administration—and how money can be used to slow down some of his unjust and cruel agenda.
Use this week’s workouts to advocate for public funds being used in ways that support the public good.