#116 - The Truth About the Proposed BCBS Sale w/ Sen. Jeremy Stine

Chris and Danielle tackle a critical decision for Blue Cross Blue Shield policyholders with Sen. Jeremy Stine: its proposed sale to scandal-ridden Elevance. How bad can it really be for Louisiana’s citizens, and is it too late to stop it?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:

Psalms 71:20-24 TPT

ACTION ITEMS:

If you are a BCBS policyholder, vote NO and be sure to return your ballot! Ensure your friends and family members are aware of the terrible reputation of Elevance - formerly Anthem, Inc. Text them a link to this episode. Show up or tune in to the Monday Joint Oversight Committee Hearing on the Senate website. Details for the hearing are here: https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Agenda.aspx?m=5508 Attend the public comment session at the Department of Insurance on Feb 14-15. Details here: https://ldi.la.gov/bcbs-hearing-public-comments-dec2023 Remember to Subscribe, Like, and keep Sharing the State of Freedom podcast – it helps! Support the show with a financial gift if you are able: https://www.freedomstate.us/support-the-show Support Louisiana-first candidates by becoming a member of LACAG: www.lacag.org.

KEY POINTS:

Danielle touches on the learnings from today’s scripture (02:39) The State of Freedom welcomes Sen. Stine (04:11) An overview of the situation (04:40) Why is it happening (06:07) The changes and their impact (07:46) Concerns on Elevance (11:54) Why the deal is terrible for Louisiana (16:58) The other angle to the matter (19:27) How people can shine a light and ask questions (23:51) What can the citizenry do to intercede (27:37) State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (30:51)

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CREDITS:

Music by MarkJuly from Pixaby

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