The devastating health impacts of coronavirus have been compounded by economic anxieties associated with healthcare costs. Patients fighting for their lives are sometimes more worried about affording care than staying focused only on battling COVID-19. A nurse in New York City told CNN that she treated a patient about to be placed on a ventilator whose last words were: "Who's going to pay for it?" This man was in severe respiratory distress and yet his main concern was the cost of a potentially life-saving procedure. We need to do more to make healthcare affordable and accessible. Trump has the chance to take one simple action that could make millions of lives better: He could open a special enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act to give uninsured Americans access to coverage in the wake of this crisis. Will you join me in calling on the President to put politics aside and re-open ACA enrollment, so millions of Americans can access the healthcare they need during this crisis? For many Americans, the impact of a lost job, a staggering hospital bill, or even a deceased loved one will be felt by them and their families for years to come. The last thing any American should have to worry about right now is having healthcare. Will you join me in calling on President Trump to put the people first and re-open ACA enrollment? Thank you, -- David

Democrat David Cicilline proudly represents Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District. An advocate for LGBTQ rights, a leader on gun violence prevention, and a fighter for Rhode Island families — David is one of our fiercest legislators in the Trump Era. Our campaign is powered by supporters like you. Your grassroots support is critical to helping David's campaign for Rhode Island's 1st District.

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