June 10, 2007

Action for SB 840 and Premier of "Sicko"

For the last 15 years, AMSA has steadfastly supported the single payer solution to achieve quality, affordable healthcare for all, full choice of providers, and intelligent ways to control spiraling costs. Now medical and premed students have a real opportunity to turn out and make a difference in how healthcare is reformed in California. This is YOUR chance to give our perspective on why a single payer solution is one that works best for our patients and for the future of healthcare in the US.

On Tuesday, June 12th, Michael Moore will testify before the California Legislature on behalf of SB840, California's Single Payer healthcare reform proposal. His testimony will begin at 1:30 and then a big rally will follow with nurses, physicians, and other allies on the West steps of the State Capitol (big side facing Capitol Ave).

This is an incredible opportunity to let the world know that we care about policies that affect our patients. Join us to make a big AMSA presence in Sacramento in support of Single Payer Healthcare Reform and SB 840.

WHAT: Rally for SB840 and Single Payer reform with Michael Moore.

WHEN: Tuesday, June 12th at 12:45.

WHERE: Meet at the West Steps of the Capitol facing the Sacramento Bridge.

WHO: Everyone. Bring your friends and family. Contacts: Flávio Casoy (703-839-8407w, 401-225-6222c) or Vanessa Calderon (310-562-3043c) or Joubin Afshar (916-208-0911c). Contact Joubin if you need help getting around Sacramento.

HOW: Medical students dress to see patients and wear your white coats, premed students dress professionally (not a suit, but nice).

If you have any questions about the event or about AMSA position on healthcare reform, please feel free to contact Flavio Casoy, AMSA's Jack Rutledge Fellow, at jrf@amsa.org or 703-620-6600x256.