Dear Readers,
Don’t be deceived by the current administration. A million Louisiana citizens have urgent immediate needs. (e.g., food, housing, medical, mental health)
The current U.S. Senator for Louisiana focuses on unethical Republican health care bills and misleads the public about his success. Meanwhile, Louisiana citizens experience financial distress from poor wages, threatened medical care, food insecurity, and polluted neighborhoods. Very few meaningful programs have reached fruition, despite the hype. Many major initiatives are still in progress, and Louisiana continues to face significant challenges with its aging infrastructure.
The average Louisiana citizen is not “better off” under the current U.S. Senator. We must not reward his poorly drafted laws and unethical leadership by reelecting him. As a Democratic U.S. Senator, I will work to make sure Louisiana’s initiatives address the immediate needs of all communities.
A Million Louisiana Citizens Have Urgent Immediate Needs
Food, Housing, Medical, Mental Health
Food Assistance (SNAP): Around 800,000 people in Louisiana get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. During recent federal funding issues, the state prepared to give aid for nearly 793,000 recipients. This highlights a widespread, ongoing need for food security.
Health and Human Services: Since 2020, the Louisiana 211 statewide network has served more than 730,000 help-seekers. It has made over 1 million referrals to solve their immediate needs. This service connects residents to a database of more than 8,500 resources for various services.
Healthcare Coverage: As of 2024, more than 1.6 million people were enrolled in Louisiana’s Medicaid program, indicating a large population needing low-income healthcare support. Roughly 940,000 people also rely on Medicare.
Specific Program Needs: The Louisiana Department of Health conducted a survey. It focused on its registry for waiver services. This service supports individuals with disabilities to avoid institutionalization. The survey found that 15% of people on the waiting list had emergent or urgent needs. This means they were at high risk of institutionalization within three months without services.
My initiatives as a U.S. Senator work to lift Louisiana off its knees. If you want to learn more about my strategies for the U.S. Senate, please visit my About Page.
Thank you to all those who already donated to the Tracie Burke Campaign Committee. Thank you also for your support on social media. Please keep up the good work. Together we have one strong voice!
DONATE TO THE TRACIE BURKE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE. Then, get involved to see how your dollars work!
Sincerely,
Tracie Burke for U.S. Senate
