1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

I write to you out of deep concern for the growing dangers and thre icated to health equity and justice, we feel compelled to act—and w ats facing children and families across our nation. As citizens ded e urge you to do the same. As Americans, our mission has been to expand access to affordable, quality health care for underserved individuals and communities, and to promote fundam ental improvements in the health status of all Americans. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever. We are witnessing the deliberate weakening of health and social service agencies, the defunding of critical public health programs, and an alarming rise in attacks on our LGBTQ and immigrant neighbors. These trends threaten not only individual lives, but our nation's overall health and well-being. placed at risk. We cannot and will not remain on the sidelines. We We recognize that when people lose health coverage, their lives are sk you to do the same. are taking bold steps to protect health access and equity—and we a • Protect and expand access to affordable, high-quality health care for all, regardless of income or immigration status. Invest in public health systems and the organizations that strength en them at the local level. • Advance racial equity and justice in health care and social policy. o build power and improve health outcomes. America can and should l ead the world as a beacon of wellness, inclusion, and shared prospe rity—but only if we stand together for health for all, without exce ption. • Support the leadership of community-based organizations working t We look forward to working with you to protect and improve the health and well-being of every person in this country.