They're blaming this on mental illness, which is of course not the issue, but let's say it was. Republicans blocked mental health care for 1,432,900 Texans that would have cost the state zero dollars. They were offered coverage for 1.4 million people, free, and rejected it.
Friendly reminder that suicide prevention isn’t just saying “here if you need to talk!” and posting a hotline number. it’s healthcare. it’s housing. it’s adequate social welfare. it’s food security. it’s actually being able to access mental health services quickly.
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Humalog insulin was $21/vial in 1996 when I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 14. In 2020, the same unchanged insulin is priced at $275/vial. I die in 48-72 hours without it.