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We know that when systems fail, real people suffer. And for the millions who are dually eligible, surviving these systems' complexities point to a deeper truth: they were never meant to serve us in the first place.
But there's a better way forward👇
But there's a better way forward👇
November 25, 2025 at 7:25 PM
We know that when systems fail, real people suffer. And for the millions who are dually eligible, surviving these systems' complexities point to a deeper truth: they were never meant to serve us in the first place.
But there's a better way forward👇
But there's a better way forward👇
TONIGHT: Our Director of Government Affairs, Michelle Sternthal, joins @momsrising.org and Stacey Abrams for a powerful discussion! Don't miss it.
Details to RSVP below👇
Details to RSVP below👇
🗣️Leader Stacey Abrams will join MomsRising on Thurs, Nov 20 at 8:30pm ET/ 5:30pm PT, join our Community Zoom to discuss how we can protect access to affordable health care! RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/momsrising/event/746348/
November 20, 2025 at 2:56 PM
TONIGHT: Our Director of Government Affairs, Michelle Sternthal, joins @momsrising.org and Stacey Abrams for a powerful discussion! Don't miss it.
Details to RSVP below👇
Details to RSVP below👇
Our senior director of policy & strategy, Mona Shah, raised a critical point: ‘choice’ without transparency or support isn’t real choice. For those already navigating an unfair health care system, enhanced ACA subsidies will mean even less access to care. Read more >> https://pulse.ly/p72wjsmuhw
Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they are considering | CNN Politics
With less than six weeks before a key set of Affordable Care Act premium subsidies expire, congressional Republicans are scrambling to come up with a plan to address the pain of health care premiums skyrocketing for roughly 22 million Americans.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Our senior director of policy & strategy, Mona Shah, raised a critical point: ‘choice’ without transparency or support isn’t real choice. For those already navigating an unfair health care system, enhanced ACA subsidies will mean even less access to care. Read more >> https://pulse.ly/p72wjsmuhw
At the end of the day, people just need health care they can afford.
Premium Tax Credits have helped millions stay healthy, support their families, and keep small businesses running.
The path forward is clear: All those who have received these credits should continue to receive these credits.
Premium Tax Credits have helped millions stay healthy, support their families, and keep small businesses running.
The path forward is clear: All those who have received these credits should continue to receive these credits.
November 19, 2025 at 4:57 PM
At the end of the day, people just need health care they can afford.
Premium Tax Credits have helped millions stay healthy, support their families, and keep small businesses running.
The path forward is clear: All those who have received these credits should continue to receive these credits.
Premium Tax Credits have helped millions stay healthy, support their families, and keep small businesses running.
The path forward is clear: All those who have received these credits should continue to receive these credits.
📺WATCH NOW: The Senate Committee on Finance is holding a hearing on the rising cost of health care.
This is the perfect moment to lift up the story of James Hollywood III, a small business owner + community leader in Maryland whose life and work depend on enhanced premium tax credits.
This is the perfect moment to lift up the story of James Hollywood III, a small business owner + community leader in Maryland whose life and work depend on enhanced premium tax credits.
The Rising Cost of Health Care: Considering Meaningful Solutions for all Americans | The United States Senate Committee on Finance
The Rising Cost of Health Care: Considering Meaningful Solutions for all Americans
www.finance.senate.gov
November 19, 2025 at 4:51 PM
📺WATCH NOW: The Senate Committee on Finance is holding a hearing on the rising cost of health care.
This is the perfect moment to lift up the story of James Hollywood III, a small business owner + community leader in Maryland whose life and work depend on enhanced premium tax credits.
This is the perfect moment to lift up the story of James Hollywood III, a small business owner + community leader in Maryland whose life and work depend on enhanced premium tax credits.
New research shows that financial strain can change cancer outcomes & Terry’s story shows what that looks like up close.
While grieving his wife & facing his own cancer diagnosis, Terry was overwhelmed by medical debt collectors. What happened next sparked change in his community. More in our blog.
While grieving his wife & facing his own cancer diagnosis, Terry was overwhelmed by medical debt collectors. What happened next sparked change in his community. More in our blog.
Study Shows Financial Strain Can Dramatically Impact Mortality - Community Catalyst
A new study out of Massachusetts puts devastating clarity behind something patients and advocates have been saying for years: in the United States, your
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November 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
New research shows that financial strain can change cancer outcomes & Terry’s story shows what that looks like up close.
While grieving his wife & facing his own cancer diagnosis, Terry was overwhelmed by medical debt collectors. What happened next sparked change in his community. More in our blog.
While grieving his wife & facing his own cancer diagnosis, Terry was overwhelmed by medical debt collectors. What happened next sparked change in his community. More in our blog.
DHS’ public charge proposal takes us backwards.
“Everyone deserves to be healthy, safe, & able to care for their families—no matter where they were born," said our Senior Director of Policy & Strategies, Mona Shah, to @newsweek.com
This guidance keeps ppl from accessing care they’re eligible for.
“Everyone deserves to be healthy, safe, & able to care for their families—no matter where they were born," said our Senior Director of Policy & Strategies, Mona Shah, to @newsweek.com
This guidance keeps ppl from accessing care they’re eligible for.
Green card update: DHS proposes major reversal
'Millions' of immigrants and their families residing legally in the United States could be hit by the proposed changes, campaigners warn.
pulse.ly
November 19, 2025 at 1:59 PM
DHS’ public charge proposal takes us backwards.
“Everyone deserves to be healthy, safe, & able to care for their families—no matter where they were born," said our Senior Director of Policy & Strategies, Mona Shah, to @newsweek.com
This guidance keeps ppl from accessing care they’re eligible for.
“Everyone deserves to be healthy, safe, & able to care for their families—no matter where they were born," said our Senior Director of Policy & Strategies, Mona Shah, to @newsweek.com
This guidance keeps ppl from accessing care they’re eligible for.
This proposal is detrimental to everyone's health. Follow our partners at @pifcoalition.bsky.social to stay updated and support their work.
The Department of Homeland Security released a proposal today to rescind current public charge regulations, threatening the nation’s health & economic security & the lives of U.S. citizens & lawfully present immigrants. Read our statement: pifcoalition.org/resources/pr... #ProtectFamilies
November 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
This proposal is detrimental to everyone's health. Follow our partners at @pifcoalition.bsky.social to stay updated and support their work.
Thanks so much for highlighting our Catholic Hospitals report @jessdkant.bsky.social! We also made a quick explainer video that walks through the issue visually — check it out here! >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=P68L...
November 17, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Thanks so much for highlighting our Catholic Hospitals report @jessdkant.bsky.social! We also made a quick explainer video that walks through the issue visually — check it out here! >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=P68L...
Trump’s “cash accounts” plan isn’t reform — it’s a backdoor way to gut the ACA.
Higher premiums. Junk plans. Fewer protections.
People deserve real solutions, not political stunts. Learn more in our new blog ⬇️
Higher premiums. Junk plans. Fewer protections.
People deserve real solutions, not political stunts. Learn more in our new blog ⬇️
Cash for Care: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing - Community Catalyst
President Trump is reviving an old idea with a new disguise — a proposal to replace the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits with cash
communitycatalyst.org
November 14, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Trump’s “cash accounts” plan isn’t reform — it’s a backdoor way to gut the ACA.
Higher premiums. Junk plans. Fewer protections.
People deserve real solutions, not political stunts. Learn more in our new blog ⬇️
Higher premiums. Junk plans. Fewer protections.
People deserve real solutions, not political stunts. Learn more in our new blog ⬇️
Maryland health insurance prices are going up. The federal credits are expiring, and the temporary state subsidy has eligibility limits. Marylanders are wondering, who can still qualify for affordable health care. Find out more >> https://pulse.ly/pddzicxfbn
Why Maryland health insurance rates are rising — and who still qualifies for state relief
Maryland health insurance premiums are set to rise as federal tax credits expire, but a new state program will temporarily lower costs for some residents based on income.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Maryland health insurance prices are going up. The federal credits are expiring, and the temporary state subsidy has eligibility limits. Marylanders are wondering, who can still qualify for affordable health care. Find out more >> https://pulse.ly/pddzicxfbn
Millions rely on Medicaid and Marketplace coverage for birth control — from the pill to IUDs to hormonal treatments.
Cutting these programs = cutting off access to essential care.
Birth control IS health care.
#ThxBirthControl
Cutting these programs = cutting off access to essential care.
Birth control IS health care.
#ThxBirthControl
November 12, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Millions rely on Medicaid and Marketplace coverage for birth control — from the pill to IUDs to hormonal treatments.
Cutting these programs = cutting off access to essential care.
Birth control IS health care.
#ThxBirthControl
Cutting these programs = cutting off access to essential care.
Birth control IS health care.
#ThxBirthControl
Health insurance rates are going up—big time. Robert Laughlin says that if these premiums go up, "I will be put into a situation where, if I am seriously injured or am struck by a chronic illness, I will be bankrupted by medical debt.” Read more >>https://pulse.ly/7tsipzwydm
Health care price hike frustrates Maryland enrollees
In Maryland, 274,000 people purchased insurance through the Maryland Health Exchange this year, paying an average of $450 a year, with 2% to 6% increases in their premiums each of the last four yea…
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November 10, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Health insurance rates are going up—big time. Robert Laughlin says that if these premiums go up, "I will be put into a situation where, if I am seriously injured or am struck by a chronic illness, I will be bankrupted by medical debt.” Read more >>https://pulse.ly/7tsipzwydm
Health care affordability = economic stability. The Senate “deal” to reopen the government does nothing for families drowning in medical costs and debt. This isn’t just a moral crisis — it’s economic.
People shouldn’t go into debt for care.
Read more >>https://pulse.ly/ugkjy3mkkb
People shouldn’t go into debt for care.
Read more >>https://pulse.ly/ugkjy3mkkb
So-Called Senate “Deal” to Reopen the Government Does Nothing To Help Families Facing Soaring Health Care Costs - Community Catalyst
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 10, 2025 Contact: Gena Madow, [email protected] WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the Senate moves toward a deal to reopen
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November 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Health care affordability = economic stability. The Senate “deal” to reopen the government does nothing for families drowning in medical costs and debt. This isn’t just a moral crisis — it’s economic.
People shouldn’t go into debt for care.
Read more >>https://pulse.ly/ugkjy3mkkb
People shouldn’t go into debt for care.
Read more >>https://pulse.ly/ugkjy3mkkb
Happening NOW: We’re on the Hill demanding Congress protect the health care that keeps families covered.
Bobby from Maryland works two jobs but could only afford insurance because of federal health care tax credits.
If Congress fails to act, millions could lose care. Watch live⬇️
Bobby from Maryland works two jobs but could only afford insurance because of federal health care tax credits.
If Congress fails to act, millions could lose care. Watch live⬇️
House Democratic Hearing on Republicans Stealing Food and Healthcare
YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries
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November 6, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Happening NOW: We’re on the Hill demanding Congress protect the health care that keeps families covered.
Bobby from Maryland works two jobs but could only afford insurance because of federal health care tax credits.
If Congress fails to act, millions could lose care. Watch live⬇️
Bobby from Maryland works two jobs but could only afford insurance because of federal health care tax credits.
If Congress fails to act, millions could lose care. Watch live⬇️
If Congress fails to act, ACA premiums could rise by 75% or more. That’s the difference between paying $400 vs. $700 a month — or losing coverage entirely.
Policymakers caused this crisis — they can prevent it. It’s time to make ePTCs permanent >> commcat.io/43huaVO
Policymakers caused this crisis — they can prevent it. It’s time to make ePTCs permanent >> commcat.io/43huaVO
November 5, 2025 at 3:43 PM
If Congress fails to act, ACA premiums could rise by 75% or more. That’s the difference between paying $400 vs. $700 a month — or losing coverage entirely.
Policymakers caused this crisis — they can prevent it. It’s time to make ePTCs permanent >> commcat.io/43huaVO
Policymakers caused this crisis — they can prevent it. It’s time to make ePTCs permanent >> commcat.io/43huaVO
Language isn’t just a mode of communication; it’s a lifeline in health care. When systems prioritize language access: patients understand, engage, and recover with dignity.
Read how language access means better care for all: https://pulse.ly/cs15ill110
#HealthJustice #LanguageJustice
Read how language access means better care for all: https://pulse.ly/cs15ill110
#HealthJustice #LanguageJustice
When Language Access is Prioritized, Everyone’s Care Improves - Community Catalyst
When it comes to health care, we all want to be able to access the care we need, communicate with ease, and leave with a clear understanding of what comes When it comes to health care, we all want to be able to access the care we need, communicate with ease, and leave with a clear understanding of w...
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November 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Language isn’t just a mode of communication; it’s a lifeline in health care. When systems prioritize language access: patients understand, engage, and recover with dignity.
Read how language access means better care for all: https://pulse.ly/cs15ill110
#HealthJustice #LanguageJustice
Read how language access means better care for all: https://pulse.ly/cs15ill110
#HealthJustice #LanguageJustice
Families are barely keeping up — groceries, rent, bills. And now Republicans just made it worse. They slashed nearly $1.1T from Medicaid and killed ACA credits that keep healthcare affordable.
All to reward corporate greed. Join the fight to protect health care: commcat.io/3X7MxZQ
#HealthcareHeist
All to reward corporate greed. Join the fight to protect health care: commcat.io/3X7MxZQ
#HealthcareHeist
November 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Families are barely keeping up — groceries, rent, bills. And now Republicans just made it worse. They slashed nearly $1.1T from Medicaid and killed ACA credits that keep healthcare affordable.
All to reward corporate greed. Join the fight to protect health care: commcat.io/3X7MxZQ
#HealthcareHeist
All to reward corporate greed. Join the fight to protect health care: commcat.io/3X7MxZQ
#HealthcareHeist
Community Catalyst is on the ground at #APHA2025 — joining conversations on community leadership, caregiving, and health equity. If you’re here in D.C., come connect with us. Learn more about our sessions >> bit.ly/4qGFm8G
Connect with Community Catalyst at APHA 2025 - Community Catalyst
No matter who you are or where you live, the public should be at the center of public health. We’re working with partners and community leaders across the
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November 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Community Catalyst is on the ground at #APHA2025 — joining conversations on community leadership, caregiving, and health equity. If you’re here in D.C., come connect with us. Learn more about our sessions >> bit.ly/4qGFm8G
Millions of workers could see their health premiums jump 75% or more next year — unless Congress acts.
What does that means for working people?
Learn more in a new op-ed for @newsweek.com by our President & CEO, Linda Goler Blount & @seiu.org President, April Verrett ⤵️
What does that means for working people?
Learn more in a new op-ed for @newsweek.com by our President & CEO, Linda Goler Blount & @seiu.org President, April Verrett ⤵️
When Health Care Costs Increase, Workers Pay the Price | Opinion
Health care isn’t a privilege. It’s a promise—one this country has yet to fully keep.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Millions of workers could see their health premiums jump 75% or more next year — unless Congress acts.
What does that means for working people?
Learn more in a new op-ed for @newsweek.com by our President & CEO, Linda Goler Blount & @seiu.org President, April Verrett ⤵️
What does that means for working people?
Learn more in a new op-ed for @newsweek.com by our President & CEO, Linda Goler Blount & @seiu.org President, April Verrett ⤵️
Unless Congress makes the enhanced Premium Tax Credits permanent, families could see their premiums double and millions could lose coverage.
⤵️Here's what’s at stake this open enrollment season — and what permanent action from Congress would mean for families and communities across the country.
⤵️Here's what’s at stake this open enrollment season — and what permanent action from Congress would mean for families and communities across the country.
This Open Enrollment, Congress Must Act - Community Catalyst
When the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law in 2010, it transformed health care in America by making quality, affordable care a reality for
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October 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Unless Congress makes the enhanced Premium Tax Credits permanent, families could see their premiums double and millions could lose coverage.
⤵️Here's what’s at stake this open enrollment season — and what permanent action from Congress would mean for families and communities across the country.
⤵️Here's what’s at stake this open enrollment season — and what permanent action from Congress would mean for families and communities across the country.
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Healthcare companies focused on profits rather than patient wellbeing are pocketing record earnings from tax cuts while providing bare-minimum treatment, argues a new report from @4taxfairness.bsky.social and @communitycatalyst.org
inequality.org/article/prof...
inequality.org/article/prof...
Sick Profits: How Profit-Driven Healthcare Is Bad for Our Financial and Physical Health
Healthcare giants are saving millions from tax cuts but still not improving care.
inequality.org
October 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Healthcare companies focused on profits rather than patient wellbeing are pocketing record earnings from tax cuts while providing bare-minimum treatment, argues a new report from @4taxfairness.bsky.social and @communitycatalyst.org
inequality.org/article/prof...
inequality.org/article/prof...
Another day of the government shutdown.
This isn’t about numbers — it’s about people. About whether your neighbor can see a doctor, refill a prescription, or keep her coverage.
Health care isn’t a political bargaining chip. It’s a right.
This isn’t about numbers — it’s about people. About whether your neighbor can see a doctor, refill a prescription, or keep her coverage.
Health care isn’t a political bargaining chip. It’s a right.
October 28, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Another day of the government shutdown.
This isn’t about numbers — it’s about people. About whether your neighbor can see a doctor, refill a prescription, or keep her coverage.
Health care isn’t a political bargaining chip. It’s a right.
This isn’t about numbers — it’s about people. About whether your neighbor can see a doctor, refill a prescription, or keep her coverage.
Health care isn’t a political bargaining chip. It’s a right.
Today, our President & CEO Linda Goler Blount, joined Members of Congress & national civil rights leaders to urge Congress: Make ACA tax credits permanent!
No one should be making the choice between putting food on the table or paying for life-saving medication. Learn more: commcat.io/42O5iVF
No one should be making the choice between putting food on the table or paying for life-saving medication. Learn more: commcat.io/42O5iVF
October 21, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Today, our President & CEO Linda Goler Blount, joined Members of Congress & national civil rights leaders to urge Congress: Make ACA tax credits permanent!
No one should be making the choice between putting food on the table or paying for life-saving medication. Learn more: commcat.io/42O5iVF
No one should be making the choice between putting food on the table or paying for life-saving medication. Learn more: commcat.io/42O5iVF
"You can make a million calls in a day, but it's not going to compare to you going out there and having those deep conversations with folks." Parent Voices Oakland's organizing approach puts deep investment in authentic connections.
↗️Learn more about PVO's work >> https://pulse.ly/cmsginy7o4
↗️Learn more about PVO's work >> https://pulse.ly/cmsginy7o4
October 17, 2025 at 2:02 PM
"You can make a million calls in a day, but it's not going to compare to you going out there and having those deep conversations with folks." Parent Voices Oakland's organizing approach puts deep investment in authentic connections.
↗️Learn more about PVO's work >> https://pulse.ly/cmsginy7o4
↗️Learn more about PVO's work >> https://pulse.ly/cmsginy7o4