ACA Premium Spikes; Latina Equal Pay Day; Attacks on Public Health; Medicaid Under Fire
October 5, 2026
On the Radio Show This Week
- We start by delving into the escalating costs of healthcare, particularly the impact of expiring tax credits on Affordable Care Act premiums and coverage for millions.
- After that, we highlight Latina Equal Pay Day, exploring the persistent wage gap and its effects on Latina women and their families.
- Following that segment, we examine the concerning trend of attacks on public health initiatives and the importance of accurate medical information.
- Finally, we close the show by discussing how cuts to Medicaid are negatively impacting access to essential healthcare services.
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Special Guests
- Adam Hoyer — National Organizing Director, Protect Our Care
- Mónica Ramírez — Founder and President, Justice for Migrant Women
- Aryn Backus — Deputy Executive Director, National Public Health Coalition
- Joan Alker — Executive Director and Research Professor, Georgetown University Center for Children and Families
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