I am reposting a blog entry here from my friend Kelly Cuvar, who is a grassroots activist for health care. She has organized several events in NYC with members of APA for Progress.

Kelly is also trying to maintain continuous insurance coverage in Brooklyn, NY.

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A very long month ago, I woke up in my sunny Brooklyn apartment with this thought:  I am going to die.

The next thought was no less comforting:  I am dying.

Health Care Reform Week - As the progressives in Congress try to overcome the obstacles of the Blue Dogs, Republicans and insurance industry, we wanted to add our community's voice to the debate.  All this week, we'll be featuring stories and perspectives on health care reform in addition to our regular posts.  Please feel free to add your posts and comments.

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Pedestrians passing by Union Square Park early on Thursday morning a week and a half ago would have noticed three buses idling on the north side of the park. Gathering outside were 140 New Yorkers, from 13 year old Danielle Curre to retired animator Ron Crawford. They held handmade signs and wore small blue buttons.

So many things happening this week in health care! First, an incredible poll in the New York Times shows that most people support the  public option and are willing to pay higher taxes to make it happen. Check out the New York Times/CBS News poll.