GOP’s Cruel Cuts Would Rip Health Care Away from Seniors, Children, and People with Disabilities
(Binghamton, NY) – Today, Lieutenant Governor Delgado joined Citizen Action of New York, Indivisible Binghamton, and local community leaders in a protest against devastating proposed cuts to Medicaid.
The proposed slashes to Medicaid would eliminate critical health services, leaving millions of New Yorkers without access to affordable care. For many, these programs are the lifeline they rely on for their health and well-being. The impact of these cuts would be devastating for the most vulnerable populations, including seniors who depend on Medicaid for long-term care, children who need coverage for their medical needs, and individuals with disabilities who rely on consistent care to maintain their quality of life.
“In this moment of moral darkness, we are in need of leaders who can display moral courage,” said Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado. “We need leaders who are willing to stand up to these inhumane cuts, which will devastate New York families and line the pockets of those who need it least. The status quo is broken, and our leadership must rise to meet the moment, which is why I am proud to join Citizen Action, Indivisible, and the Binghamton community to hold our leaders accountable.”
“These cuts are not just numbers on a page — they represent real people’s lives, families, and futures,” said Ravo Root, Lead Organizer, Southern Tier Chapter of Citizen Action of New York. “We will not stand by while these radical Republicans attempt to dismantle programs that millions of New Yorkers rely on for their very survival. We are here to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves, and we will not back down until these cuts are stopped.”
“Today, Broome County residents came together to stand up for Medicaid and push back against Republican efforts to slash this critical program,” said Linda Quilty and Barbara Mullen, Co-Leads of Indivisible Binghamton. “Indivisible Binghamton understands how vital Medicaid is for the 55,000 low-income and disabled people in our community who depend on it for their health care. Right now, 240 residents at Willow Point could lose their Medicaid coverage — and with it, their essential long-term care. In Broome County, one in four people rely on Medicaid for their health insurance. Cuts to this program would not only devastate these individuals but also deeply impact our entire health care system — from hospitals and nursing homes to EMS, the Rural Health Network, and the doctors and medical staff who care for us all.”