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Making the Case

Download the PDF version of our Making The Case Media Advocacy Toolkit, or browse the pages below.

"An Ounce of Prevention Can Save a Pound of Deficit"

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It's clear that the Affordable Care Act is here to stay--what's at risk now are the very elements that give the law the best chance to truly transform the U.S. health system. PI's Rob Waters showcases some of the ways those funds are being used by communities across the country.

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Sample Letter to Congressperson

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Read our sample letter for tips and ideas you can use in writing to your Congressperson.
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Current Op-Eds and Letters

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Stay up-to-date with our hand-picked examples of current op-eds and letters that make the case for community prevention.

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Writing and Framing Community Success Stories

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Community prevention works: it builds healthier communities, saves money and  supports equity. Here are our suggestions for capturing and reflecting the full impact  of your community prevention efforts:

  • Connect improvements to community environments, projected health outcomes, and projected savings.
  • Keep it local.
  • Include benefits to the economy.
  • Use real people and stories when you can.
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Community Prevention Sample Op-Ed

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Read our sample Op-Ed in support of community prevention to help guide your own.

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