Why This Progressive Democrat Joined Truth Social to Fight Medicaid Cuts

As a progressive Democrat, I’ve made a bold move: I’ve joined Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform. Why? To fight for the 8.6 million Americans facing massive Medicaid cuts under the GOP’s so-called ‘Big Beautiful Bill’. A recent poll shows only 6% of Americans support slashing Medicaid and Medicare, yet House Republicans are charging toward the largest Medicaid cut in U.S. history. Even their own voters—only 11%—back this plan.

This isn’t just about numbers. It’s about real people—working families who rely on these programs. I’ve spent my career as a labor organizer, uniting workers across divides to demand fairness. That’s why I’m on Truth Social, reaching out to conservatives who share my distrust of billionaire influence and oppose gutting programs like Medicaid and Social Security to fund tax breaks for the wealthy.

Social Security’s under fire too. With just 5% of Americans supporting cuts, it’s shocking to hear figures like Elon Musk call it a ‘Ponzi scheme’ or Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick dismiss concerns as ‘fraudster’ complaints. The Social Security Administration’s staffing cuts are so severe, its former head warns of a potential collapse.

Joining Truth Social isn’t a gimmick—it’s strategy. I’ve been to red districts, held town halls where GOP representatives won’t, and even appeared on conservative media. Democrats must stop preaching to the choir and start building bridges. We’re fighting for the working class, welcoming anyone who opposes these cuts, even if we don’t agree on everything.

Wherever you are—Truth Social, a town hall, or elsewhere—I’m here to talk, listen, and work together to protect what matters.