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Out of Reach: McKenzie’s Story
April 15, 2019
By: McKenzie Shappell I am 25. Anyone my age is keenly aware of that number and shares my anxiety as they contemplate the very real cost that one more birthday
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5 Minnesota Businesses Supporting Equal Pay, Paid Time to Care
Tuesday, April 2 is Equal Pay Day, when we acknowledge the time it takes for women’s average salaries in the United States to catch-up to what white men earned in
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Climate Change is About Everyone
By: Helen Clanaugh The climate movement is about everyone. It’s an issue that intersects with racial justice, gender justice, class, LGBTQ+ and disability rights. No matter your age, religion, or
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Better and Healthier: Willa’s Story
By: Willa Pearls A few weeks ago, I ended up in the hospital. I survived because of Medicaid and Medicare. These programs allow me to do the things that keep
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People’s House Series: In Minnesota, We Fix The Potholes Together
In Minnesota, we fix the potholes together. As Minnesotans, we care deeply about each other. We value freedom and opportunity for all. We know that our destinies are tied together.
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State of Fear: Jacob’s Story
By: Jacob Skahl Last December, I lost my health care for three months. It felt terrible. I knew that if anything happened, the out-of-pocket expenses would make it impossible for
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People’s House Series: Expand Health Care, Don’t Cut It
In Minnesota, we care for each other. My name is Amanda Otero and I’m the organizing director at TakeAction Minnesota. First, I believe that health care is always about two
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People’s House Series: (Update!) HMO Conversion Bill Moves Forward
In Minnesota, we believe in fairness and the common good. This week, hundreds of TakeAction Minnesota members contacted their legislators about Minnesota allowing for-profit health insurance companies from entering the
