‘War on Poverty’

Within the article “War on Poverty” Mr. Craig Baab from Alabama Appleseed advocated for Medicaid expansion in our state. He stated that we are missing out on $9 billion over the next five years. However, no emphasis is given to the fact that the federal government covers Medicaid cost of new enrollees only through 2016. At that time the federal government will begin to phase down its support. I find that to be an especially troubling situation potentially allowing our state to be in a financially precarious position.

While I support the idea of health care for all, the reality of cost remains.

Chantay McClain
Toney, Ala.