Senator Elissa Slotkin, representing Michigan’s 7th district in the U.S. Congress since 2019, has recently shared testimonials from constituents regarding their struggles with healthcare and employment. The tweets were posted on July 2, 2025.
Karissa from Dowagiac expressed her concerns about financial pressures, stating “It would impact us greatly! I would have to find a second job. As well as pay for childcare while working, all medical expenses. It’s preposterous!”
Kristina from Houghton highlighted her reliance on Medicaid after losing her job, explaining “I lost my job and it’s taking longer than expected to find a new one. I’m relying on Medicaid to afford the care necessary to stay on top of my autoimmune disease. Without it, my quality of life goes way down and my risk for shortened lifespan goes way.”
Danielle from Cadillac discussed the potential impact on her children’s health insurance coverage: “My 3-year-old daughter wouldn’t have the insurance to cover her heart condition that will require surgery at some point in the next couple years. Her 7-year-old brother wouldn’t be able to get the proper care for his Hashimoto’s or his ADHD care.”
Elissa Slotkin was born in New York City in 1976 and currently resides in Lansing. She graduated from Cornell University with a BA in 1998.
