From the government shutdown to the debt ceiling, Tea Party Republicans have wreaked enough havoc on our country. Democrats must stand strong -- demand a vote on a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government -- and don't capitulate on Social Security, Obamacare, or other vital programs.
Why is this important?
As someone who was injured on the job almost 18 years ago, I have not been able to get medical insurance because of my pre-existing condition. My spine and knees are literally deteriorating due to arthritis and I live in fear of the day when my knees blow out or I bend over to pick something up and the disc in my back bulges, sending me to the emergency room for treatment I can't afford. I live in pain every day and can't afford medication to make it tolerable. But apparently, Republicans have decided that people like me don't deserve affordable health care. Even my own Governor has decided to turn his back on me by denying Louisiana citizens the access to healthcare that other people have. Canada is looking better all the time.
