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Politics is exhausting, and most conversations go nowhere. Disagree Healthier runs on a simple idea: embrace debate, ditch dysfunction.
Come watch people who are willing to try.
Monday, Sept. 21, 5:30 p.m.
Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction
RSVP: healthierunited.org/disagree…
ALT Event flyer for Disagree Healthier, a Healthier United debate on health policy in Grand Junction. Monday, September 21, 2026, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with a reception to follow. Colorado Mesa University, Meyer Ballroom, 1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, Colorado. Featuring Colorado state representatives Elizabeth Velasco (Democrat, District 57) and Rick Taggart (Republican, District 55). RSVP at healthierunited.org/disagree-healthier.
We put together the whole Disagree Healthier lineup and somehow forgot to invite Chanty Beluga, the one person who truly understands civil discourse. Fixing that now. Come see us in Grand Junction, September 21st. Register at the link in our bio.
Happy National Nonprofit Day. 🎉
Every nonprofit starts with people who saw a problem and built something to fix it. We're proud of the family we've built, and grateful for everyone else out there doing the work. Here's to all of you. #NationalNonprofitDay
Jake watched the President's vaccine press conference so you don't have to. Here's his honest reaction.
In 2020 we sat down with @AbdulElSayed on The Wooden Teeth Show to talk public health, policy, and why the work doesn't stop at an election. Full conversation: woodenteethshow.com/episodes…
What does it actually take to move public health policy? Our summer interns asked Betsy McCorkle, who helps lead our government relations work in North Carolina. 🎙️#NCpol
Six months of Healthier United. Here's what we've been working on in North Carolina, Michigan, and Colorado.
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Meet Edgar Alan, the newest addition to the Healthier United team! After 9+ years in creative marketing and freelance work, he's bringing his skills to our change-making mission. Blast some Linkin Park and give him a warm welcome! 🎉
Disagreeing with anyone is difficult. Disagreeing with a family member or loved one? Even more challenging. Here, our interviewee notes that we tend to bring extra baggage in… and it’s often about letting go of an ego in the end.
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Another tip today to consider when you find yourself engaged in a debate or discussion: what’s the goal? Think about the bigger picture – what’s your long-term goal in this conversation or relationship? To find more tips, visit our website.
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In today’s interview off the streets of Michigan, we hear from someone right up our alley – someone familiar with disagreements in a public health context!
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Often, at the root of arguments are simply two passionate voices with different experiences. So, during a disagreement, try to think about what you have in common – especially shared values. What can you agree on?
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Today we want to share another segment of our own Chief of Staff’s interview with our incredible summer interns! Kate discusses her motivations in the field, from the thrill of winning campaigns to the rewards of knocking on doors in grassroots efforts. #HealthierUnited
One more📼 REWIND as we head into the ⚽FIFA World Cup⚽ finals this weekend! Here Jake and Erika have to backtrack once again, modeling their recommendations for navigating disagreement. #disagreehealthier #FIFAWorldCup2026
CO's primaries are called! We surveyed 1300+ likely voters, both D & R. Here's a reminder that overlap exists in voter priorities:
💧water supply/drought
🏡affordability
❤️🩹cheaper healthcare
📵phone-bans & youth mental health
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Another 📼 REWIND with Erika and Jake. Here’s how to handle conflict that arises, on or off the pitch. ⚽ #disagreehealthier #FIFAWorldCup
⚽ With only 4 matches left in the World Cup, it’s time for another 📼 REWIND with Erika and Jake! #disagreehealthier #FIFAWorldCup
One of the hardest things to hold onto in a disagreement is the distinction between what someone thinks and who they are. People deserve to be treated with dignity, and opinions can be challenged at the same time.
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"This funding is temporary, and not enough to power the program to its full potential, but this is an excellent start to delivering health and value for North Carolina taxpayers." #ncpol #ncgov
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ALT NC budget allocates $9M state plus $16M federal funds for Medicaid non-medical services - 2026 article from ABC 13 news.
We were lucky enough to interview someone on the streets of MI who works in public health! She noted that the politicization of healthcare can make it challenging to find reliable information. Her advice? Do your research, and check your sources.
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