We Are the 99

You hear it everywhere these days.  Everyone has a sob story and there are protests all over our nation.  You can hear the outcry of American’s all over our fair country.  If you’re interesting in finding out more or where you can join the soft protests, as they are being called, go here.

Of course I’m part of the 99.  Who isn’t really?  Well, I guess that 1% but I doubt many of them are avid bloggers.  What makes me sad about all of this is that if the 99% had paid attention 10 years ago maybe we wouldn’t have gotten here in the first place.  I’ve been saying for longer than that something had to change.  President Clinton made some excellent strides towards putting us back on the right track.  You know that he didn’t really get props for that until now?  Then we had to occupy the big guy’s office with people who favor big business and overseas assistance.  No wonder we’re broke. 

Yada Yada Yada… I could go on and on, repeat all of the stuff you’ve already heard.  Instead I’ll say why I’m one of the 99, why I would march if I could (I have a toddler).

I don’t have health insurance.  It’s a choice that my husband and I have had to make.  He does (it’s free) and our little girl does.  She’s the important one.  The problem is that I’m the sick one.  I have a laundry list of health issues that no 30 year old should be displaying.  This could be because I was malnourished as a child, didn’t get the right vitamins or enough calcium.  It could just be bad genes.  I have no idea.  Today I found out that I more than likely have rheumatoid arthritis.  Without treatment my days as a writer and video game player are numbered.  Of course there will be no treatment, heck there won’t even be a test.  I was only able to go to the doctor because my MIL paid for it (which was so awesome of her).  Granted we’re not talking about tomorrow, probably 10 to 20 years from now.  I thought when the doctor told me what it probably was, no big deal I’ve always known I had arthritis.  Well, I didn’t realize how different it is.

I could go on about the rest of my list, but most of it is stuff that isn’t a big deal.  I’ve been preaching about Universal Healthcare for 10 years now.  If we had it I’d be fine and be able to get the help I need. 

There is no point in complaining.  I don't think anything is going to change my generation, but you know what?  I really want to help make a better country for my daughter and possible future children.  I really hope that we do somehow make a difference so that they can grow up in a better world than I did.  That's what it's all about.  I did want to get that link out there.  If you are at all interested in helping voice your beliefs about the 99 then go to the occupy site. 

Make a Difference.  Make a Change.  We are the 99.