On Friday, House Republicans pulled the bill that they hoped would replace the Affordable Care Act. That afternoon, Hillary Clinton took to Twitter to celebrate.
Today was a victory for all Americans. pic.twitter.com/LX6lzQXtBRMarch 24, 2017
But this fight isn't over yet and we can't forget who it's about. Here are some stories...March 24, 2017
Clinton then went on to share stories of Americans whose lives have been impacted by the ACA.
Natarsha, whose breast cancer was caught early because of a screening at Planned Parenthood, which Republicans would defund. pic.twitter.com/oTXMjrw8TvMarch 24, 2017
Luisa, who suffered from bone cancer and needed care ASAP - but the hospital wouldn't admit her without proof of insurance.March 24, 2017
Keith, who brings his mother with Alzheimer's to work with him because he can’t afford care for her during the day. pic.twitter.com/HD9GyX9E9DMarch 24, 2017
Angelina, a young woman with autism who is already worrying who will take care of her when her parents are gone. pic.twitter.com/LwLQ8VcCsKMarch 24, 2017
Today was a victory for all Americans. pic.twitter.com/LX6lzQXtBRMarch 24, 2017
Ryan, who was born with a disability and with the support of his family and world-class health care has had a lifetime of opportunities. pic.twitter.com/aHB9xvWU34March 24, 2017
And, in true HRC form, she ended on an inspiring call to action.
Let’s not be distracted. Let’s continue to stand up, organize, resist, put forth good ideas to improve the existing system & peoples' lives.March 24, 2017
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