Want to resist authoritarianism? Start listening.

By: Tom Vatterott

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: March 19, 2026

Words: 466

Last Updated: 2 days, 2 hours ago

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota reported that Operation Metro Surge intensified distress for Minnesotans experiencing serious mental illness. On February 25th, the Trump administration exacerbated the situation by pausing $259 million in funding for Minnesota Medicaid, which covers 1 in 5 Minnesotans. After enduring state aggression, Minnesotans will have fewer avenues to mental health treatment.

When resources like Medicaid are taken away, community offers respite. Laypeople can’t replace professionals, but …

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