Since 1982, Families USA has worked to promote high-quality,
affordable health care for all Americans.
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Harry and Louise Return!
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They were the characters in the infamous 1993 TV ad that
helped derail health care reform for the past 15 years.
Now Harry and Louise are back — and they're singing a very different tune.
Watch the new ad, and see what Harry and Louise are saying 15 years later.
New Resources from Families USA
Health Coverage in Communities of Color: Talking about the New Census Numbers takes a closer look at the 2007 uninsured data. The number of uninsured was considerably higher in 2007 than it was in 2000, and communities of color continue to bear the brunt of this crisis. This fact sheet looks at who is uninsured, where people get their health insurance, and why public programs are vital to communities of color. (September 2008)
For an in-depth analysis of Senator McCain's and Senator Obama's health care plans, see Health Care and the 2008 Presidential Election: Comparing the Candidates’ Positions on Health Care. For a shorter summary, see McCain versus Obama: Key Health Plan Differences. (August 2008)
Empty Promise: Searching for Health Insurance in an Unfair Market (August 2008)
Mountain Health Choices: An Unhealthy Choice for West Virginians (August 2008)
Is your state considering Medicaid cuts?
Find out what effect a proposed
state cut in Medicaid spending would have on your state's economy. Our
Medicaid Calculator will calculate the loss in business activity, jobs, and wages.
March 24 was World TB Day. Play the game and help us "Whack TB" once and for all.
Viewpoints—The Health Care Debate: Families USA Executive Director Ron Pollack discusses the current state of health care and its role in the 2008 election. Watch | Read
The Fight to Save Children's Health Insurance Continues
See the video—then sign the petition.
CHIP-ing Away at the Myths Countering the false statements about the legislation l Press Statements
See singer-songwriter Paul Simon call Bush veto a "heartless act."
Conference Call Series for State Advocates: Listen to the calls from the 2008 series.
Key Voices Unite to Expand Coverage: Coalition of diverse groups announced historic agreement to work together to expand health coverage for the uninsured. First focus is on covering children. Click here to learn more.
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