In June 2025, the Four Freedoms Democratic Club adopted a resolution vehemently opposing reductions in Medicaid and Medicare that could result from the federal budget reconciliation bill.

Medicaid is an essential program that provides healthcare coverage to millions of Americans, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and low-income families, and is the primary payer of nursing facility care for Medicare enrollees. In April 2025, about 29% of Manhattan residents were enrolled in Medicaid, which also covers critical services that Medicare does not, and given that nearly 30% of all Medicaid dollars directly support Medicare enrollees, any proposed cuts to Medicaid are, in effect, cuts to Medicare.

FFDC urged elected officials at all levels of government to safeguard Medicaid and Medicare from budget cuts and policy changes that reduce access, uphold their commitment to expanding healthcare access, and ensure these programs continue to serve those who depend on them.   We advocate for Four Freedoms members who have friends and family in Republican Congressional districts to contact their Representatives and urge the legislators to oppose devastating budget cuts to these vital health programs.

You can download the full resolution HERE.