Child's Life Hangs in the Balance as Medicaid Cuts Loom

Medicaid Cuts Threaten Children's Healthcare: Cole's Story Highlights the Stakes Washington, D.C. – A proposed Republican budget is sparking outrage, with advocates highlighting the potential devastating impact on crucial healthcare programs like Medicaid. The video features Cole, an eight-year-old boy from the US battling mitochondrial disease, whose life depends on Medicaid. His mother, Victoria, shared her heartbreaking experience before Medicaid, stating, "I sometimes went without food to pay for his medicine." This underscores the critical role Medicaid plays in ensuring access to life-saving care for vulnerable children. The video also draws attention to Rep. Bresnahan's upcoming vote on Medicaid cuts. The emotional contrast between Cole's playful moments and the gravity of his health situation serves as a powerful call to action. The video's closing plea, "Rep. Bresnahan Vote No on Medicaid Cuts," reflects the urgency felt by many who fear the consequences of these potential cuts. The story of Cole and his mother serves as a potent reminder of the human cost of political decisions.