Wednesday, November 18 - Time for Chuck Schumer to Step Aside / Support a Budget with Healthcare Tax Credits / Pack Whistle Kits for North Carolina 11/23
Indivisible Action: It's Time for Chuck Schumer to Step Aside
On November 9, Chuck Schumer surrendered in the fight for affordable healthcare, supplying Republicans the votes necessary to advance a budget that will cause premiums to double and triple for millions of Americans.
This was not a capitulation by the entire Democratic Caucus. But the betrayal extends beyond the eight Democrats who voted yes. The fact that the group was comprised entirely of Senators who are retiring or who won’t face primaries for several years points to these Dems giving cover to a larger faction eager to throw in the towel.
And despite his “no” vote, the entire political world knows this is a direct result of Chuck Schumer’s leadership.
Schumer’s second massive capitulation to the Trump regime has shown Trump that he can continue to plow forward with his authoritarian agenda without meaningful opposition from Congress. It’s shown him that inflicting pain on Americans helps him achieve his agenda.
And it’s shown Americans intent on resisting Trumpism that we desperately need new leadership in the Democratic Party.
Action via Indivisible
Partner Action: Ask Your Reps to Support a Budget with Healthcare Tax Credits
The ACA Enhanced Advanced Premium Tax Credit helps over 20 million people nationwide -- including over 400,000 Illinoisans -- afford their health coverage through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace. These credits have lowered monthly costs, increased coverage, and reduced the number of uninsured Americans to record lows.
If you would like to publicly share your story of Medicaid or the Affordable Care Act's positive impact on your health and wellbeing, or those you care for, submit your story here.
Action via Protect Our Care IL
ICA Partner Action: Pack Whistle Kits for North Carolina 11/23
ICE activity in Charlotte has spiked, with reports of aggressive detentions in neighborhoods, near schools, and in everyday community spaces. Local groups say families are being separated and that people with no criminal history are being swept up, creating fear and chaos across the city.
Indivisible Greater West Loop is packing whistle kits (a whistle and a Know Your Rights zine) to send to partners in Charlotte. These kits help community members stay alert, stay safe, and know what to do if ICE shows up.
We’ve learned a lot from organizing in Chicago, and now we’re using that experience to support communities facing the same fight. This is a chance to show solidarity, share knowledge, and strengthen our connections across cities.
👉 Pack whistle kits for North Carolina on Sunday, November 23 at 5 p.m.
Action via Indivisible Greater West Loop
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