To the Editor:
Whether we live in cities or way out in the country, most Ohioans agree that none of our seniors should have to choose between food and medicine. However, as a Meals on Wheels volunteer, I see many older people in Knox County who are forced to make this terrible choice. It is clear that our elderly relatives, friends and neighbors should be free of worry about the runaway costs of prescription drugs.
Fortunately, Congress recently passed and President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act. It includes multiple provisions that will, over time, bring down the costs of medicines and provide a clearer understanding of what a prescription is going to cost.
Sadly, no Republicans in Congress voted for this bill. They did this, in spite of the fact that most Republicans recognize that the cost of prescription drugs is unreasonable and favor federal government negotiation of drug prices. The Republican leadership is out of step even with its voters. We can come together to bring further stability to our seniors by voting for Tim Ryan for the U.S. Senate in November and ensure that Congress continues to pass common-sense legislation to address our health care needs. Every person, young or old, should be able to wake up in the morning knowing they can afford both fresh and nutritious food and their needed medications.
Peggy Dunn
Mount Vernon
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