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Medicaid Cuts Threaten the Ability of Disabled Californians to Live Independent Lives

Published: March 25, 2025
Originally published in: The Sacramento Bee

Our CEO, Brian Zotti, recently published a powerful op-ed in The Sacramento Bee, urging lawmakers and the public to recognize the critical role Medicaid plays in supporting California’s most vulnerable communities—including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), seniors, and low-income families.

In a moment when state leaders are considering cuts, Zotti makes the case that slashing Medicaid funding isn’t just bad policy—it’s a threat to human dignity.

“We’re not talking about numbers on a spreadsheet—we’re talking about people. Real people, with real lives and real needs.”
— CEO Brian Zotti, from the op-ed

Key Points from the Article:

• Why Medicaid is a cornerstone of California’s safety net
• The ripple effects cuts would have on families, communities, and providers
• A call to action for lawmakers and the public to protect Medicaid funding

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