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Stacey Swann

Teacher and writer

Stacey Swann splits her time between Lampasas and Austin. She is a teacher, freelance editor, and fiction writer.

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The ACA provides economic freedom: An open letter to Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz

When the Affordable Care Act passed, I felt enormous relief. My experience with the ACA hasn’t been perfect: I’ve had to change plans twice and the costs have risen each year. However, even though my income has been too high to receive tax credits towards premiums, the ACA has felt life-changing in that it has given me true economic freedom. I can pursue my best career path while still being assured of coverage for any health issue that may arise.