Rep. Pramila Jayapal

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

"W/o need to coordinate w/insurance companies over costs, Denmark’s medical establishment was able to move quickly… https://t.co/9lo0MTB2Ax — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

"Even in this early phase, public health experts say the single-payer, state-run systems are proving themselves rel… https://t.co/Hir2yqXlfY — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

"Unlike US, where top health official told Congress the rollout of testing was “failing” & Congress is only now mov… https://t.co/UMxt4rdu1a — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Single-payer healthcare systems in the world are allowing for better handling of #Coronavirus crisis. "Having a hea… https://t.co/H4cylWvi4g — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

More testing essential to get correct rates, see what is before us & get correct responses. Also must ensure we get… https://t.co/imEcSWQAUn — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

To know what we are dealing with, we need capacity to test everyone. We are making assumptions that you can only tr… https://t.co/6RQra994iI — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

CDC restrictions on testing created bottleneck. But states have also had to triage testing until capacity increases… https://t.co/dscik1Llgz — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Then to 3rd factor: restrictions on testing. CDC started w/ severe restrictions on testing which was a huge mistake… https://t.co/Xy5hG3ZIxL — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Then you get to 2nd factor, which is lab capacity to process the tests. Meaningless to talk about # of tests availa… https://t.co/9IeJeQMm2E — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

But we still don't have enough actual tests at this moment. VP Pence announced today that 1.9 million tests will be… https://t.co/RPyoFuQPa3 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Instead of using WHO test that was already developed, CDC decided to develop our own. Delayed testing substantially… https://t.co/8414Z3Tisv — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

To understand why testing is so limited here, there are 3 factors: 1) the availability of tests; 2) the ability to… https://t.co/2JrCyBBBrz — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

THREAD on #COVID19 testing: Keep getting asked why testing is so limited in America versus what S. Korea & others did. This is a good article that explains some of it. But here's my attempt to break it down more simply. https://t.co/iMtvTEJN4w 1./ — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

We need full testing of everyone, not just those w/symptoms. B/c of limited testing capacity, we're triaging. But s… https://t.co/bN8w78eItO — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

RT @KingCountyWA: Starting Monday, we're closing many in-person customer services through at least March 27 to slow the spread of #COVID19.… — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Join me for an online briefing on #coronavirus #covid19 this Wednesday at 5pm PT — and tweet at me with your questi… https://t.co/oh8VeHMNLu — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

This shows clearly why we must take physical distancing (I prefer this term to social distancing) seriously. What w… https://t.co/4kp9tH2o1C — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

If you‘re in King County & believe you were exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, or if you‘re a health care pro… https://t.co/PRTYrVOR3K — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

RT @fams2gether: For Dreamers and  their communities, families, and friends — #HomeIsHere. They need protection.  https://t.co/uYYJuHv0n9 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

RT @BonnieFuller: Thank you @RepJayapal . Taking care of the health of immigrants helps ALL Americans- whether they realize it or not. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

Big important news and extremely necessary. Working on this federally also. https://t.co/MaBKKP8ufB — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

We must pay special attention to & work to address the needs of hourly workers, including domestic workers & others… https://t.co/qIJrVq9DcG — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

We're in the middle of a global pandemic & this package cannot be the last. Congress must continue responding to em… https://t.co/CQKtW1XMXV — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

#WA state is at the epicenter of the spread of #COVIDー19, & desperately needs immediate help from the federal gov't… https://t.co/CpaLWZV0qg — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

We just passed the Families First #Coronavirus Response Act, which includes enhanced unemployment insurance, food a… https://t.co/RDIAwCSvmf — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

RT @iandraffairs: The COVID-19: Resources for Community page contains info & links for @CityofSeattle programs & services that may be helpf… — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

It is hugely detrimental to public health for the President to give blatantly false information. https://t.co/QTguIc2KDT — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

RT @mikedebonis: One member can make a difference: @RepJayapal pushed Cuccinelli at Thurs morning brief to expedite this message — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

This is a huge win for immigrants, public health AND everyone! After I pressed Ken Cuccinelli earlier this week, t… https://t.co/c82kMMDct1 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal

This is just beautiful & has me smiling in this dark time! https://t.co/kt1zIDVXcE — PolitiTweet.org