Hard Facts

Saving Minnesota’s Health Safety Net

A TPT special gives Minnesotans a close-up look at just how vital GAMC is. "Saving Minnesota's Health Safety Net" looks at the people helped by GAMC, and how cutting the program will impact their lives. The program also includes a panel discussion on possible solutions to saving a program that ultimately affects the health care of all Minnesotans. 

Full Segment
It's not often that doctors, cops, business leaders and social activitists all agree on one issue.  Watch the hour long program to see  why each of them believes the state legislature must act quickly to replace General Assistance Medical Care.

You can also view the individual segments that make up part of "Saving Minnesota's Health Safety Net." These segments ran on TPT's "Almanac."

Part 1
How Minnesota helps provide medical services to its poorest residents

Part 2
You might be surprised to learn about the Minnesotans who rely on GAMC

 

Part 3
Thousands to lose health care coverage: HealthPartners CEO talks about possible solutions