New Jersey Universal Healthcare Coalition
"Conventional wisdom dictates that universal single-payer health care is politically impossible. The special interests that profit exorbitantly from the current system are just too powerful. That perception is accurate, of course, but only if nobody has the courage and wit to mobilize the anger of the dissatisfied voters." - Joe Conason, The New York Observer, February 2006
As 2020 draws to a close, we reflect on what has been the most difficult year for many people around the globe. We have millions in the United States without sufficient healthcare while we need it most. Despite these hard times, the NJUHC continues to move forward in our fight to ensure no one needs to worry about healthcare! …
Congratulations Biden and Harris! As we celebrate the new incoming administration of the United States this January, we cannot lose focus on the healthcare crisis. Numbers of those being diagnosed with Covid-19 continue to rise, both nationally and in our home state. With the possibility of a vaccine on the horizon, we must advocate that those …
General Membership Meeting Save the date! Saturday, December 12th from 10AM to noon, we will be hosting our virtual Winter General Membership Meeting! Join us, and invite anyone interested in learning about the benefits of Medicare for All and what we are doing to help get our state’s population covered! Keep your eyes on our Facebook and Twitter to get …
Have you felt the weather changing? As we move away from summer and into autumn, we remind you that the election is coming up in just a couple short months! The deadline to sign up to vote by mail in New Jersey is Tuesday, October 13th. We recommend continuing to social distance and ensure you get your …
Thank you to all who were able to attend our virtual summer meeting this past month! We had a great turnout with members of many other organizations meeting with us over Zoom to discuss our past and future plans to push New Jersey forward towards Medicare for All alongside our sibling groups. We hope to …
Have you registered for your mail-in ballot? The primary election is right around the corner! As we continue through these uncertain times, we are more aware than ever of the need for a single payer solution for healthcare. The coronavirus has hurt our community in many ways, and if we were all able to find …
We have seen in both politics and entertainment a grand push towards Medicare for All across the country these past few months. From John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight segment to every presidential nominee debate, we have seen the realization that Medicare for All would be a huge advancement for the entire population. And regardless of …
Governor Murphy has begun lifting restrictions in New Jersey, allowing gatherings of up to 25 people. We are seeing stores opening up and people are going back to work with masks and gloves. As we begin seeing the reopening of our beloved state, it is important to remember what we have all been through, what …
We hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy in these unprecedented times. With the spread of the COVID-19 virus, it is important to continue to follow professionals’ advisories. If you have questions about this, we point you in the direction of the CDC’s website. Our group has begun making changes to …
NJUHC December 2019 E-Newsletter As 2019 comes to a close, we can all reflect on our contributions to the growth of the Medicare for All movement at both the state and national levels. The NJUHC has made great strides by increasing our membership, by meeting with local and national legislators, and by providing information in …