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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 2d

“If Connecticut doesn’t act, the costs – both human and financial – will be far greater than the investment it takes to keep SNAP and HUSKY strong,” one Meriden mom, who used SNAP to feed her child when her husband lost his job, told us.
Visit bit.ly/42P3LyG to tell lawmakers to protect our health!

Opinion: Connecticut lawmakers must respond now to this crisis

The federal government has brought the crisis to our front door, but we know what’s best for us in Connecticut.

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 2d

CCAG's statement on the newly nominated PURA chairs and commissioners.

Read more:
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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 5d

“People die every single day because of the actions of these [insurance] companies,” Potter said. “And the reason they do this, folks, is to enhance shareholder value, to make Wall Street investors happy.”

Film, Panel Discussion Highlight Problems In Health Insurance Industry | CT News Junkie

Wendell Potter, a former vice president of communications for Cigna turned healthcare-reform advocate, shared his journey from “vice president of propaganda” in his own words to being an outspoken cri...

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 7d

CCAG alumni at Between The Lines Radio interviews Wendell Potter.

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Come see Wendell Potter and others speak at a special panel tonight, following a screening of MIDAS. 6 PM tonight at CT Legislative Office Building, Room 2E.

RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/is-he...

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Center for Health & Democracy @cforhd.bsky.social · 10d

Join @ctcag.bsky.social for an electrifying movie about a group of young people who take on the broken health care system, followed by a discussion with national and state leaders in health insurance advocacy, including @wendellpotter.bsky.social!

RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/is-he...

Is Health Insurance Making Us Sick? MIDAS Screening and Discission with Wendell Potter

When: Wednesday, October 15, 6 pm What: Film screening and Panel Discussion Where: CT Legislative Office Building Room 2E Why: Every day, health insurance companies make billions of dollars for exe...

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 13d

Free speech is not a crime. CCAG condemns the arrests of New Britain activists and calls on prosecutors to drop the case. Read our full statement in the slides. Share widely.
#CT #NewBritain #DareToStruggle

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 13d

Panelists include: national health insurance reformer Wendell Potter, Midas filmmaker TJ Noel-Sullivan, Senator Saud Anwar, and Senator Matt Lesser. Moderated by Rose Ferraro.
View the trailer here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaKr...

MIDAS | Official Trailer

YouTube video by Entertainment Squad

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 13d

Join us Oct 15 at the LOB, room 2E, at 6pm for a screening of MIDAS followed by a panel discussion

This is a FREE EVENT, RSVP here: bit.ly/MIDASPANEL

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 17d

Click here to register today: actionnetwork.org/events/is-he...

Is Health Insurance Making Us Sick? MIDAS Screening and Discission with Wendell Potter

When: Wednesday, October 15, 6 pm What: Film screening and Panel Discussion Where: CT Legislative Office Building Room 2E Why: Every day, health insurance companies make billions of dollars for exe...

actionnetwork.org

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 17d

MIDAS screening & panel discussion

NEXT WEEK, WEDNESDAY, OCT 15 @ 6 PM

How much do you think health care CEOs pocketed last year? 50 Billion? 100 Billion? More?

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tomswan.bsky.social @tomswan.bsky.social · 19d

Something to listen to

Opinion: With health coverage at risk, CT has a chance to lead www.ctinsider.com/opinion/arti... @ctcag.bsky.social @cthealth.org

Opinion: With health coverage at risk, CT has a chance to lead

Connecticut Health Foundation president outlines strategy 'that can position Connecticut to be a national leader in responsibly implementing HR1.'

www.ctinsider.com

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 19d

See you on Monday!

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 19d

A must-read opinion piece by Tiffany Donelson of CT Health Foundation

www.ctinsider.com/opinion/arti...

Opinion: With health coverage at risk, CT has a chance to lead

Connecticut Health Foundation president outlines strategy 'that can position Connecticut to be a national leader in responsibly implementing HR1.'

www.ctinsider.com

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 23d

This morning we handed out flyers to attendees of the “Insuring The Future”conference letting them know that the corporate sponsor, Travelers Insurance, is insuring fossil fuels NOT our future!

There was a lot of positive feedback from both industry and regulators 👏

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 26d

CCAG leads protest in New Haven against censorship and government overreach. This is about much more than one comedian.

Protesters demand that Jimmy Kimmel return to CT-based ABC affiliate

ABC brought back "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Tuesday, but it's still off the air in much of Connecticut. Protesters and political leaders called on WTNH owner Nexstar Media to stop preempting the show.

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · 29d

Tomorrow at noon we’re rallying outside WTNH in New Haven to say NO to censorship, media monopolies, and threats to free speech. Gather at 11:45 am at 8 Elm St. Bring a sign & spread the word! bit.ly/PROTESTWTNH

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 23

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 21

Come say hi 🌞 We are at the “Sun Day” festival at CCSU until 4pm!

There’s music, face painting and we are giving away Travelers-climate change golf towels 💙

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 19

This is a sad day for Connecticut ratepayers and families

#PURA #CT

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 14

Whether you live nearby or simply care about Connecticut’s environmental future, you can make a difference. Let’s show our state leaders that Connecticut stands united against more fossil fuel infrastructure and for a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 14

The proposed expansion is a direct threat to our community’s health and safety. Send your message to DEEP Air Pollution Control Engineer James Grillo today to urge them to deny the permit for this harmful expansion.

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 14

Stop the dangerous expansion of the Brookfield gas compressor station- Deadline to send comments is 9/16! Send yours 2DAY. bit.ly/StopCompress...

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 12

At today’s press convention in Hartford, CCAG stands with @blumenthal.senate.gov on fighting Trump and Republicans attacks on healthcare

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 10

Come celebrate the power of the sun with us! 🌞

RSVP ➡️ actionnetwork.org/events/ct-su...

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Connecticut Citizen Action Group @ctcag.bsky.social · Sep 3

Connecticut NEEDS a Special Session this fall!

Send a message to Governor Ned Lamont and tell him why protecting care, food, and community services matters to you and your family!

Send your message here ➡️ actionnetwork.org/letters/ct-m...