California's Medicaid Shortfall and Providing Healthcare to Illegal Immigrants

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) discussed California's Medicaid shortfall, stating that California is 'fine' but expressing concerns about the impact of the stock market depression. He emphasized the importance of providing Medicaid to illegal immigrants to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Key Points

  • California relies on taxing wealthy people on capital gains
  • Treating all residents, regardless of immigration status, is crucial for public health
  • Undocumented immigrants do not automatically receive Medicaid in California

Pros

  • California is financially stable and will address the Medicaid shortfall effectively
  • Providing healthcare to all residents, including illegal immigrants, helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases

Cons

  • Depression in the stock market may impact California's economy over the next decade
  • Some may disagree with providing Medicaid to illegal immigrants