Mina
@minaschultz.bsky.social
Turn ons: Medicaid expansion, ACA subsidies, warthogs
Turn offs: Medicaid work requirements, using “universal health care” & “Medicare for all” interchangeably, paper cuts
Former policy wonk now enjoying clay, shelter cat socializing, & learning florals 🌻
Turn offs: Medicaid work requirements, using “universal health care” & “Medicare for all” interchangeably, paper cuts
Former policy wonk now enjoying clay, shelter cat socializing, & learning florals 🌻
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Tell me you don’t understand risk pools without telling me you don’t understand risk pools
November 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Tell me you don’t understand risk pools without telling me you don’t understand risk pools
Bobina update: She. Is. Home. The shelter has worked hard to find what works for this girl, & she has been matched!! Rubber mats have made her a walking machine. @darthbluesky.bsky.social is hibernating real soon so wanted to end the season on a high note! Wobbly, yes! Given up on love, no! Xo Bobs
November 8, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Bobina update: She. Is. Home. The shelter has worked hard to find what works for this girl, & she has been matched!! Rubber mats have made her a walking machine. @darthbluesky.bsky.social is hibernating real soon so wanted to end the season on a high note! Wobbly, yes! Given up on love, no! Xo Bobs
Bobina’s in the Halloween spirit 👻 This happy girl is still seeking her family. This shelter is also now offering 1 year free vet services, in case you know of anyone able to welcome a disabled kitteh… she is truly the loviest girl.
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
October 29, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Bobina’s in the Halloween spirit 👻 This happy girl is still seeking her family. This shelter is also now offering 1 year free vet services, in case you know of anyone able to welcome a disabled kitteh… she is truly the loviest girl.
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
Bobina update (CW - wobbly kitty syndrome depicted): Still seeking her family, and trying a new accessible litter box. Cerebellar hypoplasia is no joke, but she’s the happiest girl as long as you provide 1, snuggles, and 2, wormies.
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
October 21, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Bobina update (CW - wobbly kitty syndrome depicted): Still seeking her family, and trying a new accessible litter box. Cerebellar hypoplasia is no joke, but she’s the happiest girl as long as you provide 1, snuggles, and 2, wormies.
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
I’ve lived a lot of places, and only call a couple “home.” This is one. The courage of these folks to come out to protest in a place like this is unmatched. The kindness and support WVians show their neighbors, no matter where they come from, is incredible. These people didn’t vote for this.
Fairmont, WV - No Kings 2 protest. More than 300 people turned out to an overwhelmingly positive response from passers-by!
October 19, 2025 at 3:45 AM
I’ve lived a lot of places, and only call a couple “home.” This is one. The courage of these folks to come out to protest in a place like this is unmatched. The kindness and support WVians show their neighbors, no matter where they come from, is incredible. These people didn’t vote for this.
Meet Bobina. She has “wobbly cat syndrome,” a condition that affects her balance. It’s the only life she’s ever known, & is a happy, silly girl who loves snuggling. Sadly, she’s landed back at the shelter. Note: bored by health policy 😂
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
October 18, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Meet Bobina. She has “wobbly cat syndrome,” a condition that affects her balance. It’s the only life she’s ever known, & is a happy, silly girl who loves snuggling. Sadly, she’s landed back at the shelter. Note: bored by health policy 😂
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
If you’re self-employed, a farmer, an early retiree, who isn’t super “online,” and you’ve just learned your premium is going to go up by $30K next year, would you be signing up for ACA in a couple weeks? Even if there is a change now, millions who have counted on Obamacare for decades will be lost.
It’s ‘too late’ to extend ACA subsidies without major disruptions, some states and lawmakers say
States are worried Congress missed its opportunity to extend enhanced ACA subsidies and lower premiums before consumers start picking plans in a few weeks
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
States are worried Congress missed its opportunity to extend enhanced ACA subsidies and lower premiums before consumers start picking plans in a few weeks
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
It’s ‘too late’ to extend ACA subsidies without major disruptions, some states and lawmakers say
States are worried Congress missed its opportunity to extend enhanced ACA subsidies and lower premiums before consumers start picking plans in a few weeks.
www.politico.com
October 18, 2025 at 2:07 AM
If you’re self-employed, a farmer, an early retiree, who isn’t super “online,” and you’ve just learned your premium is going to go up by $30K next year, would you be signing up for ACA in a couple weeks? Even if there is a change now, millions who have counted on Obamacare for decades will be lost.
@darthbluesky.bsky.social drum roll…
FRANKIE FOUND A HOME! So sad I won’t see that handsome face anymore, but he deserves all the love and treats and pets. Thanks everyone for following his journey, it was nice sharing him with you!!
FRANKIE FOUND A HOME! So sad I won’t see that handsome face anymore, but he deserves all the love and treats and pets. Thanks everyone for following his journey, it was nice sharing him with you!!
October 4, 2025 at 3:30 AM
@darthbluesky.bsky.social drum roll…
FRANKIE FOUND A HOME! So sad I won’t see that handsome face anymore, but he deserves all the love and treats and pets. Thanks everyone for following his journey, it was nice sharing him with you!!
FRANKIE FOUND A HOME! So sad I won’t see that handsome face anymore, but he deserves all the love and treats and pets. Thanks everyone for following his journey, it was nice sharing him with you!!
- Undoc ppl can’t qualify for fed-funded health care
- Doc ppl are eligible to *purchase* insurance but the admin is cutting who, like refugees & asylees, even more
- Doc ppl have a 5yr wait for Medicaid
- Dems want affordability & accessibility extended *for those who qualify.*
THE GOP👏IS👏LYING👏
- Doc ppl are eligible to *purchase* insurance but the admin is cutting who, like refugees & asylees, even more
- Doc ppl have a 5yr wait for Medicaid
- Dems want affordability & accessibility extended *for those who qualify.*
THE GOP👏IS👏LYING👏
October 1, 2025 at 3:15 AM
- Undoc ppl can’t qualify for fed-funded health care
- Doc ppl are eligible to *purchase* insurance but the admin is cutting who, like refugees & asylees, even more
- Doc ppl have a 5yr wait for Medicaid
- Dems want affordability & accessibility extended *for those who qualify.*
THE GOP👏IS👏LYING👏
- Doc ppl are eligible to *purchase* insurance but the admin is cutting who, like refugees & asylees, even more
- Doc ppl have a 5yr wait for Medicaid
- Dems want affordability & accessibility extended *for those who qualify.*
THE GOP👏IS👏LYING👏
@darthbluesky.bsky.social update: So sad to report that Frankie is still @ the shelter today, 9/29. But that just means his fam is still out there! If you know anyone in the SW who wants a silly floof, check out his profile (he’s still open, give them a call!)
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
September 30, 2025 at 2:27 AM
@darthbluesky.bsky.social update: So sad to report that Frankie is still @ the shelter today, 9/29. But that just means his fam is still out there! If you know anyone in the SW who wants a silly floof, check out his profile (he’s still open, give them a call!)
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
animalhumanenm.org/adopt/adopta...
@darthbluesky.bsky.social can we all cross our fingers for Frankie today? He was in a house fire and has been at the shelter for many weeks. He’s such a love bug, he deserves the best family and I think they may have arrived today. I go back Monday and I’m hoping he’ll be gone to his forever home 🤞
September 27, 2025 at 2:24 AM
@darthbluesky.bsky.social can we all cross our fingers for Frankie today? He was in a house fire and has been at the shelter for many weeks. He’s such a love bug, he deserves the best family and I think they may have arrived today. I go back Monday and I’m hoping he’ll be gone to his forever home 🤞
Ironically, I’m celebrating my 14th cancerversary today - the day my bone tumor was cut out of my knee. And I prob wouldnt be here without leucovorin. Osteosarcoma patients depend on this drug for the best outcomes. The inevitable shortages will terrorize patients and even endanger their lives.
September 23, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Ironically, I’m celebrating my 14th cancerversary today - the day my bone tumor was cut out of my knee. And I prob wouldnt be here without leucovorin. Osteosarcoma patients depend on this drug for the best outcomes. The inevitable shortages will terrorize patients and even endanger their lives.
TRIPLE vaxxed! So excited to get my COVID shot today, along w flu & tetanus (was due -every 10 years, y’all!). If you can, I highly recommend doing it now. I usually wait a bit longer, but ACIP (federal vax committee) meets next week, & we can’t predict what the RFK admin will do as far as access.
September 12, 2025 at 12:47 AM
TRIPLE vaxxed! So excited to get my COVID shot today, along w flu & tetanus (was due -every 10 years, y’all!). If you can, I highly recommend doing it now. I usually wait a bit longer, but ACIP (federal vax committee) meets next week, & we can’t predict what the RFK admin will do as far as access.
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So proud of my friend @minaschultz.bsky.social who had this article published in her local Albuquerque newspaper. She is an excellent health policy specialist. New Mexico is very lucky to have her. please read this article when you get a chance. Thank you.
www.abqjournal.com/opinion/arti...
www.abqjournal.com/opinion/arti...
OPINION: Policymakers need to protect New Mexico's health system in wake of cuts
T hanks to the recent passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” over 15 million Americans are set to lose their health care in the coming months and years, and
www.abqjournal.com
August 18, 2025 at 1:15 AM
So proud of my friend @minaschultz.bsky.social who had this article published in her local Albuquerque newspaper. She is an excellent health policy specialist. New Mexico is very lucky to have her. please read this article when you get a chance. Thank you.
www.abqjournal.com/opinion/arti...
www.abqjournal.com/opinion/arti...
When I was helping people navigate the ACA marketplace, my clients w/ subsidies included retired coal miners, the owner of the local diner, and parents caring for their disabled adult children. Congress has had plenty of time to act. They know what’s at stake. Rs are *choosing* to increase costs.
Republicans said their tax cuts cost nothing, because they just extended provisions already in place
By that logic, extending ACA temporary subsidies -- and sparing millions from insurance premium spikes -- would also cost nothing
Will Rs apply the same logic? www.thebulwark.com/p/a-massive-...
By that logic, extending ACA temporary subsidies -- and sparing millions from insurance premium spikes -- would also cost nothing
Will Rs apply the same logic? www.thebulwark.com/p/a-massive-...
A Massive Health Care Shock Is Coming
And there is little time—and maybe not enough will from Republicans—to avert it.
www.thebulwark.com
July 28, 2025 at 4:22 AM
When I was helping people navigate the ACA marketplace, my clients w/ subsidies included retired coal miners, the owner of the local diner, and parents caring for their disabled adult children. Congress has had plenty of time to act. They know what’s at stake. Rs are *choosing* to increase costs.
And there will be 90% fewer Navigators to help enrollees review their options and find other coverage. Navs, under the ACA, provide free, expert, community-based, trusted, unbiased health insurance counseling, education, and outreach. Trump slashed their funding as one of his first acts in office.
ACA marketplace health insurance premiums will spike next year, as a result of the Big Bill
www.npr.org/sections/sho...
www.npr.org/sections/sho...
ACA health insurance will cost the average person 75% more next year, research shows
A new analysis shows that health insurance premiums for Obamacare are set to soar next year, as financial help that subsidized the cost expires. Congress is not likely to extend the subsidies.
www.npr.org
July 20, 2025 at 4:34 AM
And there will be 90% fewer Navigators to help enrollees review their options and find other coverage. Navs, under the ACA, provide free, expert, community-based, trusted, unbiased health insurance counseling, education, and outreach. Trump slashed their funding as one of his first acts in office.
This will cost lives. Most undocumented AND documented immigrants are only eligible for emergency Medicaid - to cover the cost of stabilizing them when they are literally dying. How many will forgo necessary care due to fear of deportation? This is heinous.
www.statnews.com/2025/07/17/i...
www.statnews.com/2025/07/17/i...
Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE
ICE officials will be given access to 79 million Medicaid recipients' personal data, including home addresses, to track down immigrants who may not be living legally in the U.S., according to an agree...
www.statnews.com
July 18, 2025 at 3:24 AM
This will cost lives. Most undocumented AND documented immigrants are only eligible for emergency Medicaid - to cover the cost of stabilizing them when they are literally dying. How many will forgo necessary care due to fear of deportation? This is heinous.
www.statnews.com/2025/07/17/i...
www.statnews.com/2025/07/17/i...
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This is correct. Any candidate cynically “triangulating” on trans kids is a non-starter, and now is the time to say so. There’s still so much time to advance candidates that DON’T suck.
I will never, ever vote for Gavin Newsom. Ever, under any circumstances. I don't care if he becomes the Dem nominee, he's still not getting my vote.
On a recent podcast Gavin Newsom tells Shawn Ryan how the Trans sports issue opened the door for him to change his mind on GAC for Trans Youth.
As someone who adored him since 2004 and voted for him 5 times, I can't wait for him to leave office.
There is no way I will be voting for him a 6th time.
As someone who adored him since 2004 and voted for him 5 times, I can't wait for him to leave office.
There is no way I will be voting for him a 6th time.
July 17, 2025 at 1:03 AM
This is correct. Any candidate cynically “triangulating” on trans kids is a non-starter, and now is the time to say so. There’s still so much time to advance candidates that DON’T suck.
People always ask me how to support their friend/family member dealing w cancer. This is it. I don’t know this person, but a glance at their story leads me to believe we may have gotten the same horrific diagnosis. Food is the best medicine & relieves so much hardship for patient AND caregivers 🌻
A close friend of mine just had a major health setback. His family needs support. If you want to buy DoorDash for a family going through some tough things I know they would deeply appreciate the help.
www.mealtrain.com/trains/1vz8rq
www.mealtrain.com/trains/1vz8rq
Meal Train for Chris Zolinski
Chis will be receiving 6 cycles of chemo that will last 21 days per cycle. The first 3 days of each cycle will be 9 hour days of receiving chemo. We have been told he will most likely be very sick du...
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July 16, 2025 at 4:36 AM
People always ask me how to support their friend/family member dealing w cancer. This is it. I don’t know this person, but a glance at their story leads me to believe we may have gotten the same horrific diagnosis. Food is the best medicine & relieves so much hardship for patient AND caregivers 🌻
There are 3 weeks between these 2 pics. In the 1st, I’m about to be uninsured. In the 2nd, I’m about to be diagnosed with bone cancer. Thanks to the ACA, I was able to join my parents’ plan and get the care I needed to survive some really crummy treatment. Happy bday to the law that saved my life.
March 23, 2025 at 7:41 PM
There are 3 weeks between these 2 pics. In the 1st, I’m about to be uninsured. In the 2nd, I’m about to be diagnosed with bone cancer. Thanks to the ACA, I was able to join my parents’ plan and get the care I needed to survive some really crummy treatment. Happy bday to the law that saved my life.
Calling your senator WORKS (I don’t have one-taxation without representation, y’all) and only takes a few seconds. “Hi, I am a constituent from [zip code] and I demand Senator ____ vote no on the continuing resolution.”
Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121 will patch you through to the right office.
Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121 will patch you through to the right office.
March 14, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Calling your senator WORKS (I don’t have one-taxation without representation, y’all) and only takes a few seconds. “Hi, I am a constituent from [zip code] and I demand Senator ____ vote no on the continuing resolution.”
Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121 will patch you through to the right office.
Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121 will patch you through to the right office.
So much ACA sabotage in one proposed rule. Long story short: make enrollment less available and more onerous so people give up trying to get covered. Oh, and also take coverage away from DACA recipients, who just got access in Nov.
www.cms.gov/newsroom/fac...
www.cms.gov/newsroom/fac...
2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule | CMS
IntroductionToday, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the “Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule” that proposes standards for the Health Insurance Marketplaces, ...
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March 10, 2025 at 9:45 PM
So much ACA sabotage in one proposed rule. Long story short: make enrollment less available and more onerous so people give up trying to get covered. Oh, and also take coverage away from DACA recipients, who just got access in Nov.
www.cms.gov/newsroom/fac...
www.cms.gov/newsroom/fac...
I am a “long term” survivor of bone cancer thanks to my team at the University of Missouri. While I am here today, it was a long and painful recovery, with lasting side effects. Patients deserve more innovative treatments, which we can’t get if research is defunded.
www.komu.com/news/midmiss...
www.komu.com/news/midmiss...
February 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
I am a “long term” survivor of bone cancer thanks to my team at the University of Missouri. While I am here today, it was a long and painful recovery, with lasting side effects. Patients deserve more innovative treatments, which we can’t get if research is defunded.
www.komu.com/news/midmiss...
www.komu.com/news/midmiss...
“This change will directly benefit people enrolled without subsidies who pay the full premium for their health insurance.” So less than 10% of enrollees will benefit. This will essentially kill the program 😞
www.cms.gov/newsroom/pre...
www.cms.gov/newsroom/pre...
February 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
“This change will directly benefit people enrolled without subsidies who pay the full premium for their health insurance.” So less than 10% of enrollees will benefit. This will essentially kill the program 😞
www.cms.gov/newsroom/pre...
www.cms.gov/newsroom/pre...
Work requirements and per capita caps aren’t the only potential cuts looming for Medicaid. While reductions in federal funding will create risk in all expansion states, some have enacted trigger laws to make it a quick break:
kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
February 7, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Work requirements and per capita caps aren’t the only potential cuts looming for Medicaid. While reductions in federal funding will create risk in all expansion states, some have enacted trigger laws to make it a quick break:
kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
kffhealthnews.org/news/article...