Joan is joined by Rep. Bill Foster (D-IL), who discussed his March 18 Benedictine University town hall, which is already over capacity and will be live-streamed on Facebook. Foster highlighted key legislative battles in Congress, including the continuing resolution, budget, and debt ceiling votes, emphasizing the importance of protecting Medicaid. He also mentioned the impact of Trump's actions on rural hospitals and the need for local elected officials to speak out against the administration's illegal actions. He noted the strategic importance of nonpartisan primaries and ranked-choice voting to foster a healthier democracy.

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