THORNTON, Colo. — Patients, parents, health care providers, state workers, and community advocates have invited Congressional Representative Gabe Evans to attend an April 25 community townhall about the future of Medicaid. This event will emphasize how cuts to Medicaid would impact 126,000 people in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, including people with disabilities, working families, and those who rely on safety net programs to survive. Organizations are urging Evans to stand up for Colorado, break with the Trump administration’s threats, and stop any cuts to Medicaid.
WHO
Speakers at the event will include:
- Diane Byrne, President, Colorado WINS (moderator)
- Kathia Garcia, Parent and Raíz Organizer, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains
- Chris deGruy Kennedy, President, Bell Policy Center
- Sarah Webber, Case Manager, Adams County Office of Economic Mobility and AFSCME member
- And others to be announced…
Participating organizations include: ACLU of Colorado; AFSCME; Colorado WINS; Conservation Colorado; Planned Parenthood Action Fund; Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains; ProgressNOW Colorado; Protect Our Care Colorado; SEIU Colorado; and SEIU Local 105.
WHAT
Townhall event with panel of speakers, including service providers, parents, advocacy organizations, and others. Dinner will be provided for free, catered by Combi Tacos. This is a family-friendly event. Activities for children will be available on-site.
WHEN
Friday, April 25, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE
Thornton Community Center
2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO 80229
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