Issue Position: Healthcare Mental Health

Issue Position

Healthcare access and cost is a central concern for all. We must provide adequate funding that supports quality healthcare for all. Within healthcare, mental health disorders impact our community beyond the individual. These disorders contribute to domestic violence, crime, and poor employment practices. Mental health disorders are stigmatized among people of color and we must fund education to change this and provide more money for access and quality mental health services to our community. Studies have shown that 2/3 of incarcerated individuals have a mental health disorder. Addressing this issue will impact crime, employment and improve the quality of life for all.

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