Letters from an American June 28, 2025
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Jun 29, 2025 Explore recent Republican revisions to a significant bill impacting healthcare and funding allocations. Discover parallels between today's contentious legislation and the historical McKinley Tariff, revealing how both favor the wealthy amid rising inequality. Dive into the late 19th-century Alliance movement, spotlighting trailblazers like Mary Elizabeth Lease and Theodore Roosevelt, who championed economic justice and reform for the working class.
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Republican Bill’s Wealth Focus
- The new Republican omnibus reconciliation bill preserves some policies after Democratic challenges but remains focused on making 2017 tax cuts permanent for wealthy Americans.
- It shifts wealth further from the poorest to the top 1%, highlighting the party's priorities on economic inequality.
Immigration Enforcement Funding Soars
- The bill allocates disproportionately large funds to Immigration and Customs Enforcement for migrant detention.
- This budget favors ICE detention heavily over the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, reflecting a harsh immigration enforcement stance.
Medicaid and Healthcare Cuts Devastate
- The bill cuts $930 billion from Medicaid, more than previous versions, risking healthcare access for millions, including many in Louisiana.
- Nearly 12 million Americans could lose health insurance, worsening state health systems and economic stability.