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If the House and Senate accept President Bush's proposed $60
billion cut for the Medicaid program, some of the most
vulnerable Americans would go without basic health care
services.

With nearly three-quarters of Planned Parenthood clients living
within the federal definition of poverty, the Medicaid program
is a critical part of the health care safety net we provide. And
as Planned Parenthood affiliates are the leading providers of
affordable reproductive health care services, we are doing all
we can to prevent cuts or caps for Medicaid that translate to
cuts in benefits and services for our patients when they need us
most. We're lobbying state and federal elected
officials...working in coalitions...and mobilizing supporters
like you online and in communities across the country.

Join our effort and urge your member of Congress not to
dismantle the health care safety net that more than 50 million
Americans rely upon.

(http://www.ppaction.org/campaign/budgetmedicaid/uidius4y55ji8w)

If you speak out today you will be supporting...
* health care coverage for 25 million children - more than one
in four
* basic health care services for more than 13 million low-income
working parents
* the largest source of public funding for family planning
services

We have an opportunity to really make a difference in the lives
of millions of Americans. The president's budget is merely a
blueprint. Congress is not bound to the president's requests.

Between now and early March, the House and Senate Budget
Committees will develop budgets that will include funding levels
for Medicaid. Your voice and support are needed during this
crucial time.

Join Planned Parenthood in protecting Medicaid and health care
for America's most needy.