Posts Tagged ‘Perspective: Educator’
Lane of Nashville, TN
Lane of Nashville, TN writes: I am a single mom of two small children and educator who now owns a small business as a college coach. I’ve been a life-long resident of Nashville, TN, and up until I left the classroom in May 2015, I taught junior English for twelve years in Williamson County Schools.…
Read MoreDean of Sevierville, TN
Dean of Sevierville, TN writes: My partner and I own a small restaurant/retail point-of-sale (computer system) dealership in Sevierville since 2007 (we service all of Tennessee and north Georgia) and although we split the cost of health insurance for our two technicians, up until the ACA was passed, we could not afford health insurance for…
Read MoreLinda of Chattanooga, TN
Linda of Chattanooga, TN writes: I’ve lived in Chattanooga area for 46 years and taught in elementary schools for 35 years. Since 2005, I’ve been retired and volunteering in various organizations and political campaigns. I live in the North Chattanooga section of the city. I enjoy the museums, parks, RiverWalk, other outdoor opportunities as well…
Read MoreLetter to Editor: Amy of Nashville, TN
Amy of Nashville, TN writes: As a nurse in a major medical center in Nashville, I have witnessed the devastating effects of a lack of healthcare coverage. The nightmare of a a family with young children losing their home due toe insurmountable medical debt. We a pleading with Senator Corker & Alexander to oppose repeal of the…
Read MoreRoxanne of Nashville, TN
Roxanne of Nashville, TN writes: I teach high school students. Many of them are immigrants. Some are unable to get a driver’s license because they lack documentation. My students are hard workers who believe in the American dream. They want to make something of themselves and make America great! my youngest child depends on my…
Read MoreKellen of Sewanee, TN
Kellen of Sewanee, TN writes: I am an artist and work at a pizza joint. I am losing my father’s insurance and needed coverage through the affordable care act. I am healthy but want to simply be covered for major emergencies. I was able to find affordable insurance through Obamacare. Without it I would not…
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