Jill Tokuda: “Without those credits, rural Americans will see their…”

“Places like Hawaii, insurance coverage is the business model that keeps hospitals, clinics and emergency rooms open. When premiums rise, coverage drops, revenue disappears, and hospital doors close. Without those credits, rural Americans will see their monthly health care costs rise by 107%. A single premium hike will make the difference whether a family eats, pays their rent or sees a doctor. 2.8 million rural Americans will lose coverage for them.” (00:49–00:56)

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