This whole firestorm about John Fetterman’s health has prompted a big conversation about ableism. I asked Rebecca Traister how we as writers can avoid the casual ableism that bleeds into so much of our media and politics. thehandbasket.substack.com/p/john-fetterm…

In her new Forefront article, Jeanne Lambrew from Maine DHHS discusses Maine’s plans to reduce group health insurance premiums for small businesses through a Section 1332 waiver and concerted stated action, in contrast to increases in other states. bit.ly/3ghDeoc

Tonight, Maine people sent a clear message. We will continue to move forward, and won’t go back. We will continue to fight problems, and not one another. This night belongs to all of us. Thank you, Maine! I love you!

South Dakota becomes latest state to approve Medicaid expansion via ballot initiative

2) DSCC: These historic results in race after race speak for themselves, and they reflect the strength of our candidates, the popularity of Senate Democrats' message to the American people, and a rejection of the extremism espoused by the GOP.

Today is the last day to enroll in affordable health insurance that starts Jan. 1. Go to CoverME.gov, or call 866-636-0355 for free help to apply. Sign up today and ring in the new year covered!

When policymakers say they want to “cut spending,” they should be asked what specific cuts they want. Congress passed a bill in December that provided funding for Ukraine, child care, housing, the Social Security Administration, & veterans. What specifically should be cut?

I’ll always be proud to have my name associated with a program that’s helping folks get the health care they need.  nytimes.com/2023/01/11/us/…

NC Med ex bill passes first vote in House. Final vote tomorrow!

JOB POSTING: CAP is hiring a Senior Director to lead its Health Policy team. We're looking for someone with strong command health policy issues who can develop our agenda for policy, research, and comms and turn ideas into action. Come join us! americanprogress.org/job/senior-dir…

North Carolina House and Senate have come to an agreement on Medicaid expansion, including CON sticking point. Senate+House leaders announcing at press conference now....Med ex effective on passage of NC 2023 budget ncleg.gov/LegislativeCal…

Your periodic reminder that Medicaid covers more people than Medicare (which was true before the pandemic). But now it's LOTS more people.

North Carolina leaders have reached a deal on Medicaid expansion, which will open the door for hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians to gain coverage. When adopted, NC will become the 4th state to expand Medicaid under President Donald J. Trump. As the President would say: This is a big deal.

To give a sense of the impact of Florida's coming abortion law, take a look at how it changes how far women throughout the South will need to go to get an abortion after 6 weeks of pregnancy. nytimes.com/interactive/20… Claire Cain Miller Quoctrung Bui

Health care policy is often litigated through the courts for years after a new law or regulation. This is an amazing new-ish resource to understand health care cases, their status, and their implications.

CMSGov will continue to increase health coverage & improve access to care. Multiple studies indicate that Medicaid work requirements lead to significant coverage losses & worse access to care, without improvements in employment, job training, or other related activities

Changes are happening with MaineCare. Here are 2 things you can do to avoid a gap in your coverage. 1. Stay connected to stay covered. Update your contact information at mymaineconnection.gov. 2. Look out for an envelope with a blue block – if it’s blue, it’s time to renew.

Today marks 24 years since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in the case #Olmstead v. L.C. – establishing disabled people’s legal right to live in their community rather than segregated in nursing homes, and to receive supports and services at home.

Lois and Elaine wanted the freedom to live self-directed lives, and they fought to do so until the Supreme Court granted that right under the ADA. It is for this reason that we will refer to the decision in Olmstead v L.C. as the “Lois and Elaine Decision.”