Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it In the NewsFeb 28, 2024 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it When Milwaukee resident Kat Klawes was diagnosed with cancer on her 26th birthday, she was able to immediately enroll in the Affordable Care Act marketplace, which helped save her thousands of dollars on cancer treatments. Feb 28, 2024 UpNorthNews Kat Klawes
Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress PodcastOct 27, 2023 Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress To celebrate American Progress’ 20th anniversary, CAP President and CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the organization's legacy and its lasting impact on all Americans. Oct 27, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 4 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli, Mishka Espey, Patrick Gaspard
Opinion: The Inflation Reduction Act lowered my health care costs. Big Pharma isn’t happy. In the NewsSep 28, 2023 Opinion: The Inflation Reduction Act lowered my health care costs. Big Pharma isn’t happy. A cancer survivor and retiree, Susan Robertson, shares how the Inflation Reduction Act helped her save more than $400 in health care costs. A new lawsuit from pharmaceutical companies threatens to reverse the law’s Medicare reforms. Sep 28, 2023 The Michigan Independent Susan Robertson
Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. In the NewsSep 21, 2023 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. William Garcia shares his story about how the Affordable Care Act provided his daughter with critical access to health care. William’s story exemplifies the importance of the law and the need to expand it. Sep 21, 2023 The Wisconsin Independent William Garcia
1 Year Without Roe Personal StoryJun 23, 2023 1 Year Without Roe This CAP story collection details the experiences of doctors, doulas, and nurse practitioners since the overturn of Roe v. Wade and their fears in the rapidly evolving legal landscape of abortion care. Jun 23, 2023 the Center for American Progress
Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health PodcastJun 9, 2023 Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health Kellan Baker joins Colin to discuss Pride month, attacks on transgender rights and access to health care, and policy issues that affect broader LGBTQI+ health. Jun 9, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Sheena Meade on Second Chance Month PodcastApr 13, 2023 Sheena Meade on Second Chance Month CEO of the Clean Slate Initiative Sheena Meade and Daniella discuss reentry for people impacted by the criminal justice system and available options for policymakers to prioritize second chances for Americans. Apr 13, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions A Wisconsin patient with a rare condition was protected by the ACA’s preexisting condition provision and continuity of care. Mar 20, 2023
Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA A cancer patient in Illinois is relieved to have health care protections from the ACA. Mar 20, 2023
Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA A Kansas state legislator accessed ACA subsidies for affordable and reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions A Georgia woman explains how the ACA’s protections have ensured her access to reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business A small-business owner in Minnesota explains how the ACA allowed her the freedom to quit her job and start her business. Mar 20, 2023
13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Americans share how the Affordable Care Act has changed their lives and continues to benefit them. Mar 20, 2023
Biden’s Policies Are Lowering the Costs of and Expanding Access to Health Care ArticleMar 15, 2023 Biden’s Policies Are Lowering the Costs of and Expanding Access to Health Care Recent legislative victories are making it easier for Americans to obtain health coverage, afford prescription drugs, and live healthier lives. Mar 15, 2023
Opinion: Leave doctors and patients to make reproductive decisions In the NewsJan 28, 2023 Opinion: Leave doctors and patients to make reproductive decisions Virginia critical care nurse Cate Weiss writes about how abortion bans criminalize medical care and put medical professionals in legal limbo, which in turn jeopardizes patient care. Jan 28, 2023 The Virginian-Pilot Cate Weiss
Dems took on big Pharma, voters like me noticed In the NewsNov 18, 2022 Dems took on big Pharma, voters like me noticed Lifelong asthma sufferer Carol Brown is eager to see the prescription drug savings from the Inflation Reduction Act. Beginning in 2025, Brown will save thousands of dollars annually due to the $2,000 copay cap. Nov 18, 2022 the Arizona Capitol Times Carol Brown
MAGA Republicans’ Plan to Force Social Security and Medicare Cuts ArticleOct 21, 2022 MAGA Republicans’ Plan to Force Social Security and Medicare Cuts A Republican default on the national debt would exacerbate inflation, increase costs, and put Americans’ benefits at risk. Oct 21, 2022 Colin Seeberger, Will Ragland
The MAGA Extremist Agenda Is a Threat to Progress Personal StoryOct 17, 2022 The MAGA Extremist Agenda Is a Threat to Progress This collection features stories from Americans threatened by the harmful rhetoric and legislative actions of MAGA Republicans. Oct 17, 2022
Threats to Social Security Jeopardize the Economic Security of Older Americans Personal StoryOct 17, 2022 Threats to Social Security Jeopardize the Economic Security of Older Americans An Arkansas resident who relies on Social Security and Medicare denounces proposals to cut or sunset the programs. Oct 17, 2022
Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act This collection features stories from people in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose lives have been improved by the legislation passed during the Biden administration’s first two years. Sep 20, 2022
Americans in Nevada Not Yet on Medicare Stand To Benefit From the Inflation Reduction Act Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Americans in Nevada Not Yet on Medicare Stand To Benefit From the Inflation Reduction Act A Carson City, Nevada, retiree looks forward to having Medicare negotiate on his behalf upon enrollment. Sep 20, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act Helps New Hampshire Older Adults in the Medicare Coverage Gap Personal StorySep 20, 2022 The Inflation Reduction Act Helps New Hampshire Older Adults in the Medicare Coverage Gap A New Hampshire retiree hopes the Inflation Reduction Act will allow him to afford his prescription drugs, instead of relying on samples from his doctor. Sep 20, 2022
How the Inflation Reduction Act Reduces Health Care Costs ArticleAug 12, 2022 How the Inflation Reduction Act Reduces Health Care Costs The Inflation Reduction Act’s health insurance subsidies and drug pricing reforms will improve health care affordability for Americans. Aug 12, 2022 the Center for American Progress Nicole Rapfogel, Emily Gee
Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care ArticleJul 27, 2022 Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care This storybook features women in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose stories center on issues from prescription drug pricing and health insurance, to child care and paid leave. Jul 27, 2022
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