Good afternoon --
Too often in Washington, politicians tell compelling stories about individuals when they are trying to make a point. But once the news cycle moves on, those people keep living their lives and confronting the same problems.
Health reform is different.
We met Nathan and his son, Thomas, in 2009. Thomas was born with hemophilia, and he hit lifetime limits on his health coverage with two different insurance companies before he turned seven years old. Two years ago, Nathan was hopeful about what the Affordable Care Act would mean.
Last week we spoke with Thomas's family again and they made it clear: Health reform has improved their quality of life. It means they can focus on making sure Thomas has the best possible care. It's changing their lives for the better.
It's a powerful thing to watch. Go check it out.
http://links.whitehouse.gov/track?type= ... healthcare
Thomas is not alone. He's just one of the 105 million Americans who no longer have lifetime dollar limits on their coverage.
The Affordable Care Act gives hardworking, middle class families the security they deserve. Because of health reform, 54 million Americans with private insurance have been able to access more preventive services. In the 2011 tax year, two million workers will benefit from the small business health insurance tax credit. And 2.5 million young people under age 26 have gained coverage on their parents' plan.
Behind each of those numbers is a person like Thomas. Two years after President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act, life is a little better for millions of Americans from all over the country.
So take a moment to hear some of their stories and hear why this matters for Americans across the country:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/health-care-story
Thanks,
Nancy-Ann
Nancy-Ann DeParle
Deputy Chief of Staff