Activists rallied against proposed Medicaid cuts in front of U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd's office, reflecting widespread opposition among Democrats to the Republican budget plan. Democratic leaders are calling for no cuts to essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP, arguing that the proposed slashes would primarily impact vulnerable populations. Additionally, Democrats warn that these measures could lead to significant health care losses, with millions affected. Advocates are pushing for a shift towards universal health care, aiming for systemic solutions rather than mere defense against cuts.
"Our message is extremely simple: Care, not cuts," said Pennsylvania State Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa at a rally of state legislators in Harrisburg on June 2.
The proposed budget cuts would strip health care from millions, with estimates suggesting 16 million would lose coverage, leading to 51,000 additional deaths annually.
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