Real People Demand Health Reform

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Andrea Kovach

Why Health Reform Will Happen: Real People Explain Why They're Fed Up

This week, the Shriver Center and United Power for Action and Justice have collected stories that illustrate the damaging effects of the health care crisis on small business owners. Small business owners struggle to provide affordable insurance for themselves and their employees. Strong small businesses are key to the United States' economic health. Encouraging small business growth and strength means reforming the health care system to ensure affordable, quality care choices. Below, three individuals share their stories: A small business owner faces staggering premiums. A self-employed consultant struggles to find a policy to cover a child's eye condition. And a non-profit organization CEO grapples with trying to adequately cover his employees in an uncontrollable health insurance system.

Click here to see real people tell their stories.

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