The article underscores the serious ramifications of proposed cuts to Medicaid. Economists and health experts warn that such cuts, as sought by House hardliners linked to tax reforms, could devastate healthcare for millions. The piece highlights the historical significance of Medi-Cal, California's expansive Medicaid program, tracing its origins back to the 1930s and 1940s amidst societal upheavals and political battles. Despite its shortcomings, Medicaid emerged as a vital social safety net, emphasizing the necessity of not only preserving but enhancing its funding due to its significant role in healthcare access and equity.
Medi-Cal's history illuminates why Medicaid is worth not only saving but strengthening, warning that past Medicaid funding rollbacks have resulted in disastrous human costs.
The history of Medi-Cal shows how Medicaid is the byproduct of battles among grassroots activists, policymakers, and various stakeholders striving to expand healthcare access.
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