Posts Tagged ‘Perspective: Long Serving Volunteer’
Linda 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 MoreKelly of Hendersonville, TN
Kelly of Hendersonville, TN writes: I still live in the same town I grew up in, only a few miles from where my great-great-great grandfather was born. My family has lived in Tennessee since it was a state. Even though we have all the growing pains of growth, I still love the place I came…
Read MoreRenee of Memphis, TN
Renee of Memphis, TN writes: I am a long time community member in Memphis, am married and have raised a family here. On May 28, 2003, I was terminated from my job of 9 years. I was the person who carried the insurance for my family and therefore, my family lost their insurance that day…
Read MoreIrene of Chattanooga, TN
Irene of Chattanooga, TN writes: I am an older American on Medicare. I have many friends that now have healthcare coverage because of the Affordable Health Care Act. I am a community leader and I feel that both will be privatized by the new administration. Eliminating these 2 health care programs will surely bring chaos…
Read MoreLetter to Editor: Kelley of Chattanooga, TN
Kelley of Chattanooga, TN writes: I am an advocate for the Affordable Care Act. In recent years, it is true, I am paying more for my companies health insurance. I do not blame the ACA for this development. The reasons I pay more does not have simple answers. I believe that health care is…
Read MoreScott of Nashville, TN
Scott of Nashville, TN writes: In 2000, I had CIGNA health insurance. My premium was $10,000 a year. I was self-employed. CIGNA took care of prescriptions and doctor’s visits. But in 2008 our premium rose to $18,000 a year with a $5,000 deducible. But if we went in the hospital, we would have to pay a $27,000 deducible.…
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