Hey, fam, it's me, Amara.

Welcome to the TransLash podcast, a show where we tell trans stories to save trans lives.

Right now, Republican lawmakers are attempting to gut Medicaid, a program which provides health

insurance to 80 million Americans.

They're proposing cuts, want to impose work requirements, and are trying to shrink one of

the most vital safety nets for our country.

Widening the threat to this program, which benefits so many in our community, especially

those who are disabled, black and brown, economically marginalized, low-income families,

the working poor, the list literally goes on.

For so many Americans, Medicaid isn't just a healthcare program, it's a lifeline because

it pays for gender affirming care and mental health services, prescriptions, and even in-home

care that allows people to survive and thrive on their own terms, and it is a large source

of employment through the programs such as in-home health care, hospitals, and the like.

That's why I wanted to talk to two people right now who are involved in trying to save Medicaid

and prevent the worse from happening. Both of them will not only give us the situation that

is in front of the country with regards to Medicaid, but also raise of hope

and ways that people can make their voice heard. First, I welcome Congresswoman Sarah McBride

back to the show to share her insights on the ins and outs of the legislative fight. We spoke just

one day before the final House vote on these Medicaid cuts.

People will lose their lives if this is passed as it currently stands into law.

And if they do end up passing it and gets it signed into law, the people who voted for it

are going to have to answer for it come November 26.

...