Chuck’s car had an oil change today at a cost of $41 and some odd cents. An educated guess from the mechanic’s shop predicts that when tariffs come into play, the cost will be around $60.

Two people I know – two in my own small circle of friends – can no longer afford their asthma meds. Thanks to the repeal of Medicare’s ability to bargain medication costs, their medication is out of their reach by several hundred dollars in copay.

These are two local examples of the new administration’s actions. Folks, the Current Occupant of the Oval Office is dangerous to all of us. If I’m stumbling into examples like this, I can’t even imagine the impact nationally.

I urge you – nay, beg you! – to contact your senators and Congressional representatives to express your dismay. Give them examples like these or examples of how current policies are hurting you.