Nicole Jorwic
@nicolejorwic.bsky.social
Connector of People, Issues and Coalitions. Chief of Advocacy and Campaigns @CaringAcrossGen Advocating and organizing for care. Community Living. Disability, Medicaid, Medicare. Opinions are my own. #CareCantWait
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Nicole Jorwic
@nicolejorwic.bsky.social
· Nov 24
Medicaid Is Not A Piggy Bank For Congress - Ms. Magazine
Disabled people, older adults, care workers and family caregivers would suffer if Medicaid was cut, or work requirements were enforced.
msmagazine.com
Wrote this last time Republicans came for #Medicaid Now they’re trying to use pillaging #Medicaid to fund #TaxCuts for the rich. I hate it here.
But we will persist, and #SaveMedicaid
But we will persist, and #SaveMedicaid
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This video is devastating. Imagine dropping your child off at daycare, only to learn that ICE took a beloved caregiver in front of the children minutes after. Imagine going to work to care for beloved children, only to be ripped away from them and your own family by ICE.
Federal agents pulling a woman out of Rayito Del Sol, a daycare by Lane Tech high school
November 5, 2025 at 5:52 PM
This video is devastating. Imagine dropping your child off at daycare, only to learn that ICE took a beloved caregiver in front of the children minutes after. Imagine going to work to care for beloved children, only to be ripped away from them and your own family by ICE.
Cost of living issues were at the top of voter’s minds… you know what the top cost of living is??? CARE!
This is a mandate for parties to center the care economy and investments in #ChildCare #PaidLeave and #Aging and #Disability care.
#CareCantWait
This is a mandate for parties to center the care economy and investments in #ChildCare #PaidLeave and #Aging and #Disability care.
#CareCantWait
November 5, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Cost of living issues were at the top of voter’s minds… you know what the top cost of living is??? CARE!
This is a mandate for parties to center the care economy and investments in #ChildCare #PaidLeave and #Aging and #Disability care.
#CareCantWait
This is a mandate for parties to center the care economy and investments in #ChildCare #PaidLeave and #Aging and #Disability care.
#CareCantWait
My views on today’s BS “breakthrough” on #Autism
Stop blaming moms, stop cutting REAL research and the programs that support autistic people.
Stop blaming moms, stop cutting REAL research and the programs that support autistic people.
September 23, 2025 at 12:35 AM
My views on today’s BS “breakthrough” on #Autism
Stop blaming moms, stop cutting REAL research and the programs that support autistic people.
Stop blaming moms, stop cutting REAL research and the programs that support autistic people.
The cost for EVERYTHING is going ⬆️
Plus Trump and Republicans also passed a bill that made supports go ⬇️
For the 130 million family caregivers in this country #Trumpflation will lead them to the brink
Plus Trump and Republicans also passed a bill that made supports go ⬇️
For the 130 million family caregivers in this country #Trumpflation will lead them to the brink
'More pressure on families.' Nearly half of US states are on the brink of a caregiving emergency
A new study by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found nearly half of America's states are on the brink of a caregiving emergency.
www.usatoday.com
September 9, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The cost for EVERYTHING is going ⬆️
Plus Trump and Republicans also passed a bill that made supports go ⬇️
For the 130 million family caregivers in this country #Trumpflation will lead them to the brink
Plus Trump and Republicans also passed a bill that made supports go ⬇️
For the 130 million family caregivers in this country #Trumpflation will lead them to the brink
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RFK Jr: It's gonna be the biggest infusion of federal dollar into rural healthcare in American history
BERNIE SANDERS: Yeah. You know why? Because you're cutting $150b for rural hospitals, you're putting $50b back. That's not an infusion. That's a loss of $100b.
BERNIE SANDERS: Yeah. You know why? Because you're cutting $150b for rural hospitals, you're putting $50b back. That's not an infusion. That's a loss of $100b.
September 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
RFK Jr: It's gonna be the biggest infusion of federal dollar into rural healthcare in American history
BERNIE SANDERS: Yeah. You know why? Because you're cutting $150b for rural hospitals, you're putting $50b back. That's not an infusion. That's a loss of $100b.
BERNIE SANDERS: Yeah. You know why? Because you're cutting $150b for rural hospitals, you're putting $50b back. That's not an infusion. That's a loss of $100b.
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If you're 60, 69.1% of all job growth since your birth occurred under Democratic administrations.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
September 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM
If you're 60, 69.1% of all job growth since your birth occurred under Democratic administrations.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
Correct, cutting #Medicaid isn’t popular with the left OR the right.
There’s no private solution, Medicaid is the only option for this mom and millions of others.
#CancelTheCuts
I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/o...
There’s no private solution, Medicaid is the only option for this mom and millions of others.
#CancelTheCuts
I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/o...
Opinion | I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live.
www.nytimes.com
August 21, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Correct, cutting #Medicaid isn’t popular with the left OR the right.
There’s no private solution, Medicaid is the only option for this mom and millions of others.
#CancelTheCuts
I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/o...
There’s no private solution, Medicaid is the only option for this mom and millions of others.
#CancelTheCuts
I’m a Proud Conservative. My Disabled Son Needs Medicaid to Live. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/o...
Hey reality show doctor—a) 92% of #Medicaid beneficiaries are working b) the “able-bodied’ argument is a distraction, they gutted the program for everyone c) since CMS has historically had terrible data collection I GUARANTEE they don’t have data on tv consumption 🙄
www.rawstory.com/dr-oz-267388...
www.rawstory.com/dr-oz-267388...
'Go get a job!' Dr. Oz under fire for shaming 'able-bodied' Medicaid users
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disparaged “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients, alleging they spend hours each day watching television or engaging in othe...
www.rawstory.com
August 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Hey reality show doctor—a) 92% of #Medicaid beneficiaries are working b) the “able-bodied’ argument is a distraction, they gutted the program for everyone c) since CMS has historically had terrible data collection I GUARANTEE they don’t have data on tv consumption 🙄
www.rawstory.com/dr-oz-267388...
www.rawstory.com/dr-oz-267388...
There are many villains in Medicaid but none of them are the beneficiaries or the workers who support them…
This article points out both #PrivateEquity and its move into the long-term care space AND the reality of how bad #ManagedCare is. PE and private insurance has no place in long-term care.
This article points out both #PrivateEquity and its move into the long-term care space AND the reality of how bad #ManagedCare is. PE and private insurance has no place in long-term care.
Mother with cerebral palsy struggles to hire aides after private equity takeover
In the hands of financiers, a New York Medicaid program that lets disabled and elderly participants live at home is under fire.
www.nbcnews.com
August 14, 2025 at 9:25 PM
There are many villains in Medicaid but none of them are the beneficiaries or the workers who support them…
This article points out both #PrivateEquity and its move into the long-term care space AND the reality of how bad #ManagedCare is. PE and private insurance has no place in long-term care.
This article points out both #PrivateEquity and its move into the long-term care space AND the reality of how bad #ManagedCare is. PE and private insurance has no place in long-term care.
I lived in DC for a decade, moved out inauguration weekend knowing I couldn’t live through another Trump administration in district. Trump is the one who made DC unsafe, and his dictatorial actions, citing falsities about a city that I love—validated my choice, sending love to those still there ❤️
August 12, 2025 at 11:16 AM
I lived in DC for a decade, moved out inauguration weekend knowing I couldn’t live through another Trump administration in district. Trump is the one who made DC unsafe, and his dictatorial actions, citing falsities about a city that I love—validated my choice, sending love to those still there ❤️
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Republicans have tossed the rulebook out.
Here in Illinois, we will do whatever it takes to preserve democracy.
Here in Illinois, we will do whatever it takes to preserve democracy.
August 8, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Republicans have tossed the rulebook out.
Here in Illinois, we will do whatever it takes to preserve democracy.
Here in Illinois, we will do whatever it takes to preserve democracy.
“The promise of Medicaid is being shattered. But in the wake of this devastation, the dream of something better is coming into view. We have the chance to shape the future by building a system of care that leaves no one behind.” - @aijenpoo.bsky.social speaking the truth.
It's Our Turn to Build a New System of Care
We have the chance to shape the future by building a system of care that leaves no one behind.
www.thenation.com
August 8, 2025 at 2:33 PM
“The promise of Medicaid is being shattered. But in the wake of this devastation, the dream of something better is coming into view. We have the chance to shape the future by building a system of care that leaves no one behind.” - @aijenpoo.bsky.social speaking the truth.
Let no member of the @GOP off the hook, they didn’t just cut #Medicaid they decimated it. Rep Lawler, you had the audacity to make promises in front of #Disabled people and their families that you wouldn’t harm them, and your vote did. We won’t forget, and won’t let you lie. Accountability is coming
Scarborough loses patience with Mike Lawler after Lawler lies that Republicans didn't actually cut Medicaid: "Congressman, you can keep talking if you want to, but are you saying you know doctors' business, you know hospital administrators' business better than they know their own business?"
August 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Let no member of the @GOP off the hook, they didn’t just cut #Medicaid they decimated it. Rep Lawler, you had the audacity to make promises in front of #Disabled people and their families that you wouldn’t harm them, and your vote did. We won’t forget, and won’t let you lie. Accountability is coming
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Jordy Meiselas: ICE didn't just lower the age requirement—they removed the age requirement. Now, at any age—you can go and join. They've riled up their base and have given them one lane to occupy: take out your anger, become an ICE agent, and chase down migrants. They are preying on people's hate.
August 8, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Jordy Meiselas: ICE didn't just lower the age requirement—they removed the age requirement. Now, at any age—you can go and join. They've riled up their base and have given them one lane to occupy: take out your anger, become an ICE agent, and chase down migrants. They are preying on people's hate.
Dems take a stand and leave their post, for you know…the future of Democracy.
The GOP—they do it for pedophiles and billionaires (and those who are both).
The GOP—they do it for pedophiles and billionaires (and those who are both).
August 8, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Dems take a stand and leave their post, for you know…the future of Democracy.
The GOP—they do it for pedophiles and billionaires (and those who are both).
The GOP—they do it for pedophiles and billionaires (and those who are both).
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🤑 HUNDREDS of MILLIONS of DOLLARS to be SPENT on a GAUDY BALLROOM at the White House…
…BUT NO MONEY 💸 for CHILDREN DYING of CANCER. 🤯
…BUT NO MONEY 💸 for CHILDREN DYING of CANCER. 🤯
August 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
🤑 HUNDREDS of MILLIONS of DOLLARS to be SPENT on a GAUDY BALLROOM at the White House…
…BUT NO MONEY 💸 for CHILDREN DYING of CANCER. 🤯
…BUT NO MONEY 💸 for CHILDREN DYING of CANCER. 🤯
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It’s almost like #Medicaid is a popular program that people want to see expanded not decimated 🤔
#CancelTheCuts
#CancelTheCuts
Nebraska Republican booed over Medicaid cuts during town hall
Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) was interrupted by boos and chants of “tax the rich” while defending the GOP’s “big, beautiful bill” and its impact on Medicaid during his Monday tow…
thehill.com
August 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM
It’s almost like #Medicaid is a popular program that people want to see expanded not decimated 🤔
#CancelTheCuts
#CancelTheCuts
As I told @statnews.com I was a big NO so I could be at CJ’s birthday “who, at 36, is just one year older than the ADA. “I have spent the majority of my life fighting against the misinformation that is now seated in the HHS office. I couldn’t go in good conscience and sit in that room,” said Jorwic.
Kennedy, disability advocates paint very different realities as ADA turns 35
Kennedy and advocates have very different views on how his tenure impacts the community of Americans with disabilities.
www.statnews.com
July 29, 2025 at 1:30 AM
As I told @statnews.com I was a big NO so I could be at CJ’s birthday “who, at 36, is just one year older than the ADA. “I have spent the majority of my life fighting against the misinformation that is now seated in the HHS office. I couldn’t go in good conscience and sit in that room,” said Jorwic.
It’s going to be a minute before I can capture the emotions and impact of the last 4 days on the National Mall for the #ProtectMedicaidVigil & #FamiliesFirst rally.
This clip from the Baltimore Urban Inspiration Choir, that I was lucky to see, sums it up—We can change the world 🩵
This clip from the Baltimore Urban Inspiration Choir, that I was lucky to see, sums it up—We can change the world 🩵
July 26, 2025 at 8:16 PM
It’s going to be a minute before I can capture the emotions and impact of the last 4 days on the National Mall for the #ProtectMedicaidVigil & #FamiliesFirst rally.
This clip from the Baltimore Urban Inspiration Choir, that I was lucky to see, sums it up—We can change the world 🩵
This clip from the Baltimore Urban Inspiration Choir, that I was lucky to see, sums it up—We can change the world 🩵
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“Who’s got the power, we got the power!” #FamiliesFirst
July 26, 2025 at 5:54 PM
“Who’s got the power, we got the power!” #FamiliesFirst
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Whether in the middle of the night or in broad daylight, we are again sharing Medicaid stories and bearing witness to what this lifesaving program means to millions across the country.
Forever grateful for and inspired by @nicolejorwic.bsky.social and her fight to #ProtectMedicaid for all of us.
Forever grateful for and inspired by @nicolejorwic.bsky.social and her fight to #ProtectMedicaid for all of us.
July 26, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Whether in the middle of the night or in broad daylight, we are again sharing Medicaid stories and bearing witness to what this lifesaving program means to millions across the country.
Forever grateful for and inspired by @nicolejorwic.bsky.social and her fight to #ProtectMedicaid for all of us.
Forever grateful for and inspired by @nicolejorwic.bsky.social and her fight to #ProtectMedicaid for all of us.
Sun rising over hour 57 of our SIXTY hour Protect Medicaid Vigil. It’s been an honor & privilege to pull this event together with our incredible team & partners. I am exhausted, emboldened and so damn proud of the power we are showing as we hold those who cut Medicaid accountable.
July 26, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Sun rising over hour 57 of our SIXTY hour Protect Medicaid Vigil. It’s been an honor & privilege to pull this event together with our incredible team & partners. I am exhausted, emboldened and so damn proud of the power we are showing as we hold those who cut Medicaid accountable.
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Massive Medicaid and even Medicare cuts are here, and they will have a devastating impact on our health system and for everyone.
Learn more from @nicolejorwic.bsky.social @caringacross.org: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX32...
Learn more from @nicolejorwic.bsky.social @caringacross.org: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX32...
Why Are They CUTTING Our Health Care So Much?
YouTube video by Voices of Health Care Action
youtube.com
July 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Massive Medicaid and even Medicare cuts are here, and they will have a devastating impact on our health system and for everyone.
Learn more from @nicolejorwic.bsky.social @caringacross.org: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX32...
Learn more from @nicolejorwic.bsky.social @caringacross.org: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX32...