1. United States
2. Minn.
3. Letter

Alongside Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid are equally vital safety net programs that provide essential healthcare coverage for millions of elderly, low-income, and disabled Americans. Just as with Social Security, there are concerted efforts underway to undermine and dismantle these programs under the guise of fiscal responsibility, fueled by false claims and outright lies about their financial viability. The reality is that Medicare and Medicaid represent a fundamental commitment to ensuring access to quality healthcare for our most vulnerable populations, a commitment that must not be compromised. Any attempt to cut or privatize these programs would be a devastating blow to the health and well-being of countless individuals who rely on them for life-saving medical care. We cannot allow such a travesty to unfold, especially when these efforts are merely a smokescreen for funneling more tax breaks to the wealthy at the expense of the less fortunate. It is imperative that we reject these deceptive narratives and any legislative proposals that seek to erode Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security. Instead, we must work to strengthen and preserve these vital programs, upholding our shared values of compassion, fairness, and a commitment to the common good.