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Just One Good Thing- Enhancing Mental Health Services

08/26/24 • 4 min

Just One Good Thing: Daily Political News about the 2024 Election, Kamala Harris and Democratic Achievements.

In this episode, we explore how the Biden-Harris administration is prioritizing mental health services for Americans.
The administration's strategy includes a $1.5 billion investment to expand the mental health workforce and improve access in underserved areas.
Vice President Kamala Harris advocates for mental health, treating it as equally important as physical health.
In contrast to the previous administration, Biden-Harris is breaking down barriers and reducing stigma.
The episode also emphasizes the importance of voting and engaging others to support continuing progress.
Check vote.org to make sure you and your friends' voter registrations are up to date.
Here is a fact-checking link you can use to help convince people you're speaking with: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/05/18/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-actions-to-tackle-nations-mental-health-crisis/.

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Just One Good Thing: Strengthening Community Health Centers

In this episode, we discuss how the Biden-Harris administration is working to expand access to healthcare for all Americans by strengthening community health centers.
This initiative includes a $6 billion investment to provide essential services such as primary care, dental care, mental health services, and preventative care, particularly for underserved populations.
The episode contrasts the healthcare policies of the Biden-Harris administration with those of the Trump administration, highlighting the importance of voting in the upcoming election to ensure continued support for community health centers.
Listeners are encouraged to check their voter registrations and vote early, as well as engage in conversations to help secure a brighter future for all Americans.
Check vote.org to make sure you and your friends' voter registrations are up to date.
Here is a fact-checking link you can use to help convince people you're speaking with: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/02/27/fact-sheet-the-biden-harris-administration-announces-nearly-1-7-billion-in-new-commitments-cultivated-through-the-white-house-challenge-to-end-hunger-and-build-healthy-communities/

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Just One Good Thing: Expanding Student Debt Relief

In this episode, we discuss the continued efforts of the Biden-Harris administration to provide student debt relief, building on their initial promises.
Key points include plans announced in April 2024 to relieve over 30 million Americans of student debt, canceling up to $20,000 in accrued interest, and automatically discharging debt for long-time borrowers.
The episode contrasts the administration's active stance against the previous administration's inaction and highlights the importance of voting in the upcoming election while addressing concerns about the cost of the relief programs.
Check vote.org to make sure you and your friends' voter registrations are up to date.
Here is a fact-checking link you can use to help convince people you're speaking with: https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-announces-additional-77-billion-approved-student-debt-relief-160000-borrowers.