Today we are taking time to feature stories of every day Iowans who have struggled because of a lack of quality, affordable health care. Every hour, on the hour, we will feature a new story in the hope that these faces and their struggles persuade Senator Charles Grassley that true reform cannot happen without a public health care plan option, and that quality, affordable health care needs to be available to every Iowan.

Rita Robinson
Marion, IA

I recently lost my job of 11 ½ years and so my only option for insurance is COBRA. COBRA is very expensive, even with the recently passed stimulus. I couldn't afford the premiums without an income so all of my medical expenses, including prescriptions, come out-of-pocket.

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